A recent airstrike on a Catholic church in Gaza has sparked international outrage and renewed calls for peace amid ongoing hostilities.
Israeli Airstrike Hits Gaza Church, Killing Three and Wounding Others
Israeli Airstrike Hits Gaza Church, Killing Three and Wounding Others
Call for Ceasefire Intensifies as Humanitarian Crisis Deepens in Gaza
In another tragic escalation of violence, an Israeli airstrike targeted the Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza City on Thursday, resulting in the deaths of three individuals and injuring at least six, including the parish priest. Church officials reported that hundreds of Palestinians were taking refuge in the church compound when the strike occurred around 10:10 a.m., with debris and shrapnel wreaking havoc.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its sorrow regarding the incident via its official social media account, stating that the military was looking into the specifics of the attack. This tragic event has spurred Pope Leo XIV to advocate for “an immediate cease-fire” in light of the rising casualties in the region.
As Israel continues its military operations aimed at neutralizing Hamas, which governs the Gaza Strip, discussions surrounding a new U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal have stalled. The violence has led to a staggering death toll, with reports suggesting over 7,750 Palestinians killed since a previous cease-fire collapsed in March. This includes nearly 100 lives lost in recent days, predominantly among civilians caught in the crossfire.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, with food and water scarcity affecting countless residents. Italy’s Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, condemned the airstrikes on civilians, emphasizing that “no military action can justify such conduct.” Among those injured in the church strike was parish priest Gabriel Romanelli, who had been in consistent contact with Pope Francis about the situation in Gaza.
As the conflict rages on, the plight of the citizens in Gaza draws more urgent attention from international leaders, NGOs, and advocacy groups, highlighting the desperate need for peace and humanitarian relief in this war-torn region.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its sorrow regarding the incident via its official social media account, stating that the military was looking into the specifics of the attack. This tragic event has spurred Pope Leo XIV to advocate for “an immediate cease-fire” in light of the rising casualties in the region.
As Israel continues its military operations aimed at neutralizing Hamas, which governs the Gaza Strip, discussions surrounding a new U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal have stalled. The violence has led to a staggering death toll, with reports suggesting over 7,750 Palestinians killed since a previous cease-fire collapsed in March. This includes nearly 100 lives lost in recent days, predominantly among civilians caught in the crossfire.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, with food and water scarcity affecting countless residents. Italy’s Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, condemned the airstrikes on civilians, emphasizing that “no military action can justify such conduct.” Among those injured in the church strike was parish priest Gabriel Romanelli, who had been in consistent contact with Pope Francis about the situation in Gaza.
As the conflict rages on, the plight of the citizens in Gaza draws more urgent attention from international leaders, NGOs, and advocacy groups, highlighting the desperate need for peace and humanitarian relief in this war-torn region.
