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Gaza church destroyed in airstrike, 17 killed
A Caritas staff member and her family were among at least 17 people killed in an airstrike on a church compound in Gaza on Thursday night. Source: The Tablet.
Caritas Australia launches appeal to support displaced families in Gaza
Caritas Australia has launched an appeal to support displaced families in Gaza as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues.
Patriarch offers himself as exchange for hostages held by Hamas
The Latin Catholic Patriarch of Jerusalem, who has called for today to be a global day of fasting and prayer for peace in the Holy Land, has offered to be exchanged for children being held hostage in Gaza by Hamas. Source: CNA.
Pope urges Israelis and Palestinians to stop spilling “innocent blood”
Pope Francis has renewed his urgent appeal to Israeli and Palestinian fighters to stop perpetrating violence and spilling “innocent blood”. Source: Vatican News.
Synod members from around the world unite to pray for peace
Synod participants who have known war and conflict firsthand led the assembly of the Synod of Bishops yesterday by praying for peace between Israel and Palestine, throughout the Middle East and across the globe. Source: CNS.
Türkiye’s first new church in 100 years opens its doors
The Syriac Orthodox Church has opened the first Christian place of worship to be built in the 100-year history of the Republic of Türkiye. Source: Vatican News.
Pope condemns Hamas terrorism, expresses concern for Gaza civilians
Pope Francis yesterday condemned Hamas’ terrorist attacks on Israel and pleaded with the militants to free their hostages unharmed, but he also expressed concern about Israel’s tightening siege on Gaza and its impact on innocent civilians. Source: OSV News.
Catholic Religious Australia condemns attacks by Hamas militants
Catholic Religious Australia has strongly condemned the attacks by Hamas militants against Israeli civilians and called for the safe and immediate release of Israeli hostages in Gaza.
Taliban confirms death toll in Afghanistan earthquake nearing 3000
The death toll in one of the deadliest earthquakes to strike Afghanistan in two decades is approaching 3000, Taliban officials confirmed. Source: NCR Online.