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Israel's Netanyahu called Pope Leo after Gaza church strike, Vatican says

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Posted on July 18, 2025

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· Last updated: January 22, 2026

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ROME (Reuters) -Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Pope Leo on Friday, the Vatican said, a day after an Israeli strike on Gaza's sole Catholic church killed three people and injured

Netanyahu Reaches Out to Pope Leo Following Gaza Church Attack

ROME (Reuters) -Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Pope Leo on Friday, the Vatican said, a day after an Israeli strike on Gaza's sole Catholic church killed three people and injured several more.

During the call, the pope renewed his appeal for a ceasefire and an end to the war in Gaza, and expressed his concern over the "dramatic" humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave, a Vatican statement said.

Leo also stressed the urgent need to protect places of worship, the faithful, and all people in the Palestinian territories and Israel, the statement added.

(Reporting by Alvise Armellini, editing by Gavin Jones)

Key Takeaways

Netanyahu called Pope Leo after a Gaza church strike.
The Vatican reported three deaths from the attack.
Pope Leo urged for a ceasefire in Gaza.
The humanitarian situation in Gaza is dire.
Protection of worship places was emphasized.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Netanyahu discuss with Pope Leo?

Netanyahu called Pope Leo a day after an Israeli strike on Gaza's Catholic church, which resulted in three deaths and several injuries.

What was the Pope's response during the call?

During the call, the Pope renewed his appeal for a ceasefire and expressed concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

What did Pope Leo emphasize regarding the situation?

Pope Leo stressed the urgent need to protect places of worship and the faithful in both the Palestinian territories and Israel.

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