Pope calls for ‘immediate respect’ of Gaza ceasefire

Vatican City – Pope Francis called for “immediate respect” of the Gaza ceasefire on Sunday, as he thanked mediators and urged humanitarian aid to be ramped up as well as the return of hostages. “I express my gratitude to all the mediators,” the Argentine Pope said shortly after the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began. … Read more

Pope urges ‘all people of all nations’ to lay down arms and heal divisions in Christmas address

Vatican City – Pope Francis in his traditional Christmas message on Wednesday urged “all people of all nations” to “silence the sound of weapons of mass destruction and division” that haunt the world from the Middle East to Ukraine, from Africa to Asia during this Holy Year. Muster up the courage to overcome it. The … Read more