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Pope Francis Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza and Release of Israeli Hostages

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Pope Francis Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza and Release of Israeli Hostages

Pope Francis called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all Israeli hostages. The Pope led the Mass in flower-decorated St. Peter’s Square and then delivered his “urbi et orbi” (to the city and the world) blessing and message from the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica. Francis, 87, has been in … Read more

Pope Francis Calls for Ceasefire and Negotiations in Ukraine, Urges Waving White Flag

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Pope Francis Calls for Ceasefire and Negotiations in Ukraine, Urges Waving White Flag

With his words about Ukraine, Pope Francis intended to call for a ceasefire and renew the courage of negotiations. This was stated by Matteo Bruni, director of the Press Service of the Holy See, quoted by Vatican News. Bruni explained that the Pope’s desire for Ukraine, which he always describes as “martyrdom”, was fully expressed … Read more