According to the reports on Thursday (17 July), Pope Leo XIV has once again called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza after a military attack struck the Holy Family Catholic Parish. The assault resulted in casualties and injuries, including harm to the parish priest, Father Gabriel Romanelli. The Vatican’s response came through a telegram signed by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Secretary of State, conveying the Pope’s sorrow and spiritual solidarity.
The Pope expressed deep sadness over the loss of life and injuries sustained in the attack. He offered prayers for the souls of the deceased and wished a swift recovery for those who were wounded. His message also conveyed comfort and spiritual closeness to the parish community as they endure this traumatic event.
In the telegram, the Holy Father emphasized the need for compassion and healing in such difficult times. He reiterated his concern for innocent civilians caught in the conflict and stressed the importance of mercy, hope, and care for the wounded. His words reflect a consistent commitment to peace and humanitarian concern amid ongoing violence.
Concluding the message, Pope Leo XIV renewed his urgent appeal for peace and a ceasefire in the region. He called for genuine dialogue and reconciliation, urging leaders to work toward an enduring peace. The Vatican’s message underlines a moral and spiritual call for an end to bloodshed and a renewed commitment to human dignity and unity.
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Pope Urges Immediate Ceasefire After Attack on Gaza’s Catholic Parish
Pope renews call for ceasefire in Gaza after attack on Catholic parish
