Before he died, Pope Francis called for peace in Gaza. Will anyone listen?

aljazeera.comPublished: 4/21/2025

Summary

Amid growing international indifference to the ongoing genocide in Palestine, Pope Francis used his final address yesterday to call for a ceasefire in Gaza, acknowledging the suffering of Christians in Israel and Palestine. He emphasized the need for peace amid the conflict, which has left millions in a dire humanitarian situation, including starvation in Gaza due to Israel's prolonged blockade. Despite global indifference, the pope stressed the importance of halting violence before it escalates further.