Pope asks world to help people in Gaza

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Pope Leo XIV has called for humanitarian aid to reach Gaza and an end to hostilities, addressing his first general audience. The Pope's appeal follows a nearly three-month blockade of aid into Gaza and a widened Israeli offensive, with the Vatican estimating 40,000 people attended the audience. He spoke in English, Spanish, and Italian, emphasizing the suffering of civilians. This call for aid comes amid the Vatican's offer to host ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine, as confirmed by the Pope during a call with the Italian Prime Minister.


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