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Pope Leo XIV calls for end to West Bank violence

Pope Leo XIV has issued a renewed appeal for peace in the Middle East, specifically calling for an end to the ongoing violence against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank. Speaking from Castel Gandolfo, the Pope urged the international community to actively advance a two-state solution to ensure a just and lasting peace.

The appeal comes amid reports of escalating tensions and violence involving Israeli settlers. In the village of Qusra, residents have faced sieges where settlers reportedly cut off access to water and electricity to compel families to flee. Additionally, the Christian community in Taybeh has expressed growing concerns regarding settler attacks and a lack of protection.

In a separate political development, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel rejects a 15-point Gaza peace plan, emphasizing that military operations will continue until Hamas is disarmed.

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Benjamin Netanyahu · Bezalel Smotrich · Pierbattista Pizzaballa · Pope Leo XIV · Qusra · Taybeh · United Nations · Vatican City · West Bank

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