A deadly Israeli strike on the Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza, the enclave's only Catholic church, has killed at least three people and wounded several others, including a priest.
The incident has drawn widespread condemnation from religious leaders, including Pope Leo XIV and Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, who called the attack and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza 'morally unjustifiable' and 'barbaric.' The Vatican, along with other Christian leaders, is demanding an immediate ceasefire and urgent humanitarian aid for Gaza, where civilians are suffering under blockade and bombardment. Israel has expressed 'deep regret' for the strike, calling it a mistake, but global faith leaders and the UN have intensified pressure for accountability and an end to the violence.
The tragedy has highlighted the vulnerability of Gaza’s Christian minority and renewed international calls for peace and protection of civilians.
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