“Barbarity of War” — Pope Leo Implies Netanyahu Intentionally Targeted Catholic Church in Gaza

Pope Leo invokes humanitarian law, calls for ceasefire after “Israeli attack” on Gaza parish.

Jul 20, 2025

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Pope urges immediate end to 'barbarity' of Gaza war — Since his eleciton on May 8, Pope Leo has made a near daily appeal for a ceasefire in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declined those requests.

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