Pope demands ceasefire after Gaza's Catholic church is hit in apparent Israeli strike
Thursday, 17 July 2025 () Pope Leo XIV renewed his call for a ceasefire on Thursday after an apparent Israeli strike hit Gaza's only Catholic church, leaving two dead and several others, including the parish priest, injured.
Israeli strike on Gaza Catholic church kills two and injures several
The Israeli Foreign Ministry issued a formal apology for the strike, while the Israeli army said it has launched an investigation into the strike on Gaza's only Catholic church.
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As the world watches the escalating Iran-Israel conflict with bated breath, Pope Leo has issued a powerful and emotional appeal for "responsibility and reason." In a bold statement, he condemned existential threats, called for dialogue, and demanded a future free from nuclear menace. His urgent message presses world leaders to pursue peace through mutual respect and fraternity. With tensions at their peak and nuclear fears resurfacing, the Pope's call stands as a moral plea for humanity to step back from the brink of destruction and seek just and lasting peace.
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Pope Leo XIV welcomes Argentine President Javier Milei at Vatican
Milei's visit to the Vatican comes as part of his 10-day European tour, including visits to Spain and France, and Israel.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin held a rare and “constructive” phone call with Pope Leo XIV, accusing Ukraine of deliberately escalating the conflict by sabotaging civilian infrastructure inside Russia. Putin referenced recent train bombings in Bryansk and Kursk as acts of terrorism. He also updated the Pontiff on resumed peace talks with Kiev, the exchange of prisoners, and efforts to reunite displaced children. Putin urged the Pope to support religious freedom in Ukraine and thanked the Holy See for its role in mediating humanitarian issues.
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Cyclists receive Pope Leo XIV's blessing in historic Giro d'Italia finale
Pope Leo XIV blessed 159 cyclists in the Giro d'Italia as they rode through the Vatican gardens, honouring the original event planned by Pope Francis.
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Fact check: Is Pope Leo XIV affiliated to the US Republican Party?
Speculation has been rife about the political affiliations of Pope Leo XIV, but there is no evidence that he is a "registered Republican" as some commentators claim.
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Donald Trump has rebuked Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for an airstrike on a Catholic church in Gaza, calling the incident a “mistake.” His spokesperson, Karoline Leavitt, confirmed Trump called Netanyahu to express his displeasure. Trump also reportedly called Syrian leader Al-Sharaa, urging both sides to agree to a ceasefire. Emphasizing the need for regional stability, Trump said he envisions a “peaceful and progressive Syria.” His remarks signal a rare critique of Israel and a renewed push for diplomacy in the Middle East.
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Pope prays for Chinese Catholics to be in communion with Rome in first comments following feast day
Leo noted that on the feast day, “in the churches and shrines in China and throughout the world, prayers have been raised to God as a sign of the solicitude and affection for Chinese Catholics and their communion with the universal church.”
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In a show of coordination, Al-Qassam Brigades and Saraya Al-Quds launched simultaneous strikes across multiple fronts in Gaza. Israeli command and control sites, troop carriers, and military vehicles were hit with rockets, mortars, and anti-armor weapons in what resistance factions call a response to ongoing aggression. Footage and field reports suggest direct hits on IDF targets from Jabalia to Khan Younis, marking a sharp escalation in battlefield tactics.
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Yemen's Houthi rebels (Ansarallah) have claimed responsibility for launching another significant missile attack toward southern Israel, triggering massive panic and sounding major air-raid sirens across the region. The group stated the attack was carried out in "solidarity with the people of Gaza." The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the launch and announced that its air defence systems were activated, successfully intercepting the inbound missile before it could hit its target.
This latest strike is part of a sustained campaign by the Houthis, who have vowed that such attacks will continue until Israel ends its military offensive and blockade of the Gaza Strip. According to reports, Ansarallah has fired over 50 missiles and drones toward Israel since the conflict resumed, frequently targeting critical infrastructure like the Ben Gurion Airport in previous attempts. This raises the critical question: Is Israel now fighting a three-front war, facing threats from Gaza, the north, and now consistently from Yemen?
The attack comes amidst a volatile situation in the wider region. Israel has recently intensified its own strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen in response to their persistent attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea. In a major act of retaliation, the Houthis recently sank the UK-registered Magic Sea ship, a move that dealt a significant blow to global trade and maritime security. This video breaks down the latest missile attack, the successful Israeli interception, and the escalating cycle of violence that is pushing the Middle East to the brink.
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Children among dead as Israeli strikes hit Gaza City and Khan Younis
At least 41 Palestinians, including children, were killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza, according to hospital officials.
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Deadly airstrikes hit Gaza, killing dozens of people overnight
Several neighbourhoods in Gaza City came under heavy Israeli airstrikes early Tuesday, with footage showing widespread destruction and mourning at local hospitals.
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One strike targeted a civilian vehicle in Nabatiyeh, while another hit a truck in Naqura. Lebanese officials report rising aerial surveillance and renewed fears of wider conflict as Hezbollah and Israeli forces edge closer to full-blown confrontation.
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