The Pope’s Shocking Stance on Israel

Pope Francis is calling for an investigation into whether Israel's actions in Gaza might constitute genocide. This marks the first time the Pope has urged for such a probe. He recently described Israel’s strikes in Gaza as “immoral” and “disproportionate,” going beyond typical Vatican diplomacy.

The statement appears in a soon-to-be-released book based on interviews with the Pope titled Hope Never Disappoints: Pilgrims Toward a Better World, set to debut on Tuesday as the Pope’s 2025 jubilee year approaches. The Pope emphasized the need for a careful examination to assess if the situation in Gaza meets the international definition of genocide.