At the end of his weekly public audience, Pope Liu fourteen expresses his “deeper” sympathy for the people of Gaza. He renews his call for a ceasefire, the release of hostages, a diplomatic solution to the crisis, and the full respect for international humanitarian law.
By Christopher Wales
Pope Liu XIV said in his public audience on Wednesday morning: “I expressed the deepest sympathy with the Palestinian people in Gaza, who continue to live in fear and survive in unacceptable circumstances.
The Israeli forces launched a huge new military attack against the largest population center in Gaza, Gaza City, on Tuesday, and ordered civilians to flee the city amid the most intense bombing they faced in almost two years. Hamas said that 350,000 people fled the eastern part of the city to displacement centers in other parts of Gaza City, while 175,000 people fled the city.
Human dignity that does not aim for every person must be respected
The summoning of “the Lord Almighty, who ordered” you do not kill “and” in the presence of all humanity “, announced Pope Liu on Wednesday,” Everyone has always has an unforgettable dignity, to be respected and protected. “
The Holy Father continued to renew his call for “the ceasefire, the release of the hostages, the negotiating diplomatic solutions, and the full respect for international humanitarian law.”
Finally, Pope Liu called “everyone” to join his “heartfelt prayer in which the dawn of peace and justice may rise soon.”
