Pope Leo XIV has strongly condemned the Israeli military attack on a Catholic church in Gaza. The incident happened last Thursday at the Holy Family Parish in Gaza City. At least three Christians were killed in the Israeli strike. Several others were seriously injured.
The Pope expressed his deep sorrow and prayed for the victims. He named the three Christians who lost their lives: Saad Issa Kostandi Salameh, Foumia Issa Latif Ayyad, and Najwa Ibrahim Latif Abu Daoud. The Pope also offered prayers for their families and the entire Christian community in Gaza.
The attack has sparked international concern. Human rights groups and religious leaders around the world have called this strike a form of religious persecution. Many believe Israel’s actions in Gaza are not just military but are targeting civilians and religious minorities.
Pope Leo XIV: Israeli aggression draws global condemnation
The Pope’s message is one of the strongest statements yet from a major world leader against Israeli aggression in Gaza. His words come at a time when global outrage is rising over the high number of civilian deaths in the region.
This is not the first time religious sites have come under Israeli fire during the ongoing conflict. Churches are meant to be places of peace and protection, especially during war.
Pope Leo XIV’s statement puts more pressure on Israel as criticism grows. The international community has already raised concerns about possible war crimes. Now, with the Pope speaking out, Israel is facing more moral and diplomatic isolation.
The situation in Gaza remains dire. Thousands have been killed, and many families have been displaced. The Pope’s condemnation highlights the need for an urgent ceasefire and the protection of all civilians, including religious minorities.
As the war continues, the world is watching. The attack on the Holy Family Church has become a symbol of how far the violence has gone. And the Pope’s words are a clear sign that the world’s conscience has been shaken.
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