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Pope issues new plea for peace in Palestine, Israel and Ukraine
Pope Francis has issued a new plea for peace in Palestine, Israel and Ukraine, urging dialogue over conflict and remembering the suffering of those affected. Source: Vatican News.
Cardinal Sako returns to Baghdad after ‘painful’ exile
The head of the Chaldean Catholic Church celebrated Mass in Baghdad on Friday for the first time in nine months, following a period of self-imposed exile from the Iraqi capital. Source: The Tablet.
Pope appeals for end to violence in Middle East
Pope Francis made a heartfelt appeal yesterday to halt the spiral of violence in the Middle East and for all nations to favour negotiation and peace efforts while assisting those suffering in Gaza. Source: Vatican News.
Wong steps up debate on Palestinian statehood
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has cleared the ground for a pivotal debate on the conflict in the Middle East by suggesting Australia could recognise a Palestinian state without waiting for years of talks with Israel over a two-state solution. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.
Pope meets relatives of Israeli hostages held by Hamas
Pope Francis met yesterday with relatives of Israeli hostages being held in Gaza since October 7. Source: Vatican News.
Caritas releases sobering update from partners in Gaza
Caritas Australia has shared an update from its partners in Gaza, with workers and the people they are helping describing sobering stories from the war-torn region.
Australia resumes funding for UNRWA in Gaza
Australia will resume its $6 million in funding to the United Nations’ “lifesaving” aid agency in Gaza, more than a month after it suspended its support and amid growing concerns about the worsening humanitarian crisis. Source: Herald Sun.
Gaza’s Christians suffer ‘Way of the Cross’, says parish priest
Christians in Gaza are living a “Way of the Cross”, according to the parish priest of the Holy Family Parish in Gaza City. Source: The Tablet.
Pope makes emotional plea for ceasefire in Gaza
Pope Francis yesterday called for Israel and Hamas to reach an agreement for “an immediate ceasefire in Gaza”, repeating “Enough!” and “Stop!” from the window of the apostolic palace. Source: The Tablet.