Pope Francis Calls For Gaza Genocide Probe Pope urges investigation amid rising casualties and international outcry over Israel's military actionsPope Francis has stirred significant attention with his recent call for the international community to investigate allegations of genocide related to Israel's military actions against Gaza. This unprecedented statement from the papacy arrives amid devastating numbers coming from Gaza, where Palestinian health authorities report over 43,000 casualties since the onset of the conflict. For years, he had criticized the military campaign's proportionality but had refrained from explicitly endorsing the genocide label until now. Throughout his papacy, Francis has made it clear he is committed to peace, echoing calls for dialogue and resolution devoid of violence. The Vatican's official stance and reactions will shape the dialogue moving forward, potentially influencing how nations approach accusations of wartime crimes and genocide.

Source: Huffington Post November 18, 2024 17:46 UTC