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Pope marks two-year anniversary of platform, asks for prayers for COP28
Pope Francis has marked the two-year anniversary of the Laudato Si’ Action Platform, which aims to promote care for the environment. Source: Vatican News.
Pope calls for access to humanitarian aid in Gaza and Sudan
World leaders must ensure that humanitarian aid reaches the people affected by the ongoing wars in Gaza and Sudan, Pope Francis said on Sunday. Source: NCR Online.
Israel agrees to daily four-hour military pauses in northern Gaza
Israel has agreed to daily four-hour military pauses in northern Gaza for humanitarian purposes, the White House has announced, while Pope Francis has again expressed his sorrow for the situation in the Holy Land. Sources: The Australian and Vatican News.
Pope prays for peace in Middle East and Ukraine
As the wars, violence and deaths continue in Ukraine and in the Holy Land, Pope Francis yesterday again urged people to pray for peace. Source: CNS.
Pope’s autobiography to be published in 2024
Pope Francis will publish an autobiography next year in which he recounts memories of historical events from the outbreak of World War II to the collapse of the Twin Towers on September 11. Source: National Catholic Register.
‘There is much to learn from you,’ Pope tells children
In a celebration of life, peace, joy and harmony, thousands of children representing young people on every continent greeted Pope Francis during an event in the Vatican’s Paul VI Hall. Source: CNS.
Pope renews appeals for ceasefire in Holy Land, release of hostages
Pope Francis yesterday renewed his appeal for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, praying for people suffering from wars in various parts of the world, including in Ukraine. Source: Vatican News.
Pope to address COP28 climate change conference in Dubai
Pope Francis has confirmed he will attend the United Nations’ COP28 climate change conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Source: NCR Online.
Francis celebrates Mass at military cemetery and calls for end to war
Pope Francis marked All Souls’ Day yesterday by celebrating Mass at a military cemetery in Rome, calling for an end to war and the loss of innocent lives claimed in violent conflicts. Source: Crux.