Pope Francis, Gaza and Israel

Pope Francis calls for investigation to determine if Israel’s attacks in Gaza constitute genocide
It’s the first time that Pope Francis has openly urged for an investigation of genocide allegations over Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip.
Pope Francis calls for investigation into Gaza genocide allegations
Pope Francis has said that allegations of a genocide in Gaza should be “carefully investigated” marking some of his strongest criticism yet of Israel’s war with Hamas.
Pope Francis says Israel genocide accusation should be investigated
Pope Francis has spoken in favour of an investigation into the accusation that Israel is committing genocide in the Gaza Strip in his forthcoming book, the Italian newspaper La Stampa reported on Sunday.
Pope Francis’ Claim That Israel Action in Gaza Could Be ‘Genocide’ Draws Criticism
In a passage of a new book published ahead of the 2025 Jubilee Year and released on Sunday, Pope Francis noted that according to some experts, “what is happening in Gaza has the characteristics of a genocide” and called for a careful investigation, according to Vatican News.
Pope Francis calls for investigation into Israel’s possible ‘genocide’ in Gaza
Pope Francis wants an investigation into whether Israel’s actions in Gaza amount to genocide, according to excerpts from a new book based upon interviews with the pontiff.
Pope Francis Meets With Former Hostages Held by Hamas in Gaza
Pope Francis expressed hope that both the incoming and outgoing U.S. administrations will collaborate to secure the return of those still held captive.
Pope Francis suggests international study into possible genocide in Gaza
ROME, Nov 17 (Reuters) - Pope Francis has suggested the global community should study whether Israel's military campaign in Gaza constitutes a genocide of the Palestinian people, in some of his most explicit criticism yet of Israel's conduct in its year-long war.
Pope calls for investigation into whether Israel's actions constitute genocide
Pope Francis has called for an investigation to determine if Israel's military attacks on Gaza constitute genocide. It's the first time he's publicly suggested that Israel may be engaged in genocide.
Pope calls for investigation on whether genocide is taking place in Gaza
While Pope Francis has criticized the war before, this is the first time he has publicly suggested an investigation, according to excerpts from a new book.
Pope says claims of genocide in Gaza should be investigated
In a new book, Pope Francis called for an investigation into whether Israel’s ground offensive in Gaza constitutes a genocide, sparking intense debate about the war — and also raising questions about the tangible impact that papal statements have on Catholics and global politics.
Patricia Heaton: Pope Francis should ‘look up genocide definition’
The "Everybody Loves Raymond" actress has been an outspoken advocate for Israel in the wake of the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks.
Pope Francis Turns on Israel
With his call for a genocide investigation in Gaza, the pope has taken a side.
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Iran's President Calls on Pope Francis to Use Influence to Stop War in Middle East
DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian called on Pope Francis to use his influence with Christian governments ...
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