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Pope Francis calls for investigation to determine if Israel’s attacks in Gaza constitute ‘genocide’By GIADA ZAMPANOAssociated PressThe Associated PressROMEIt’s the first time that Francis has openly urged for an investigation of genocide allegations over Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip. In September, he said Israel’sThe book, by Hernán Reyes Alcaide and based on interviews with the Pope, is entitled “Hope never disappoints. Pilgrims towards a better world.
“We should investigate carefully to determine whether it fits into the technical definition formulated by jurists and international bodies,” he added. Francis spoke at the time about the suffering of both Israelis and Palestinians after his meetings, which were arranged before the Israeli-Hamas hostage deal and a temporary halt in fighting was announced.the militant Hamas group attacked Israel on Oct. 7, 2023
“Faced with this challenge, no country can be left alone and no one can think of addressing the issue in isolation through more restrictive and repressive laws, sometimes approved under the pressure of fear or in search of electoral advantages,” Francis said.
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