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Pope Leo XIV calls for Gaza ceasefire, urges respect for international law

VATICAN, May 28, 2025 (WAFA) – Pope Leo XIV called for a ceasefire in Gaza and urged full respect for international humanitarian law.

"In the Gaza Strip, the cries of mothers and fathers are heard, desperately clutching the bodies of their dead children," the Pope said during his weekly homily in St. Peter's Square on Wednesday.

He added, "I renew my appeal to those responsible... to stop the fighting, release all hostages, and fully respect humanitarian law."

K.T

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