{"id":2106090,"date":"2023-11-22T17:08:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-22T22:08:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/pope-francis-accuses-israel-of-terrorism-after-meeting-with-hostage-families\/"},"modified":"2023-11-22T17:10:25","modified_gmt":"2023-11-22T22:10:25","slug":"pope-francis-accuses-israel-of-terrorism-after-meeting-with-hostage-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/pope-francis-accuses-israel-of-terrorism-after-meeting-with-hostage-families\/","title":{"rendered":"Pope Francis condemns Israel for terrorism after meeting hostage families"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">20<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fpope-francis-accuses-israel-of-terrorism-after-meeting-with-hostage-families%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2106090&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Israel&#8217;s\u2063 Military Operation in Gaza Condemned by Pope\u2064 Francis<\/h2>\n<p>In a powerful statement, Pope Francis \u200dhas denounced Israel&#8217;s\u200b military operation \u2064in Gaza, stating \u2064that it has &#8220;gone \u2062beyond\u2062 war.&#8221; The Pope made these remarks after meeting with separate delegations of Palestinian refugees and Israeli \u200drelatives of Hamas victims. Expressing his concern for the suffering of both sides, he emphasized that this is not a mere war, but an act of terrorism.<\/p>\n<h3>Anatomy \u2064of a Deal: The Israel-Hamas Hostage Negotiations<\/h3>\n<p>These remarks\u200c were made shortly after Qatar\u200c announced a ceasefire, which includes the release of dozens of hostages seized by Hamas\u200c in\u200c exchange for Palestinian prisoners. However,\u200b it is important to note that not all hostages are \u200bcovered by this agreement. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu&#8217;s \u2064team has stated that at least 50 hostages, including women and children, will be released over four days during a pause in the fighting. The release of\u2063 additional hostages will extend the pause.<\/p>\n<p>Rachel Goldberg, a mother from\u2062 Chicago, shared with the Pope a video of the attack \u200bthat resulted in her son losing his arm and being taken hostage. The Pope\u2064 listened attentively,\u200c showing empathy for her and all those affected by the conflict. Another member of the Israeli delegation called on Pope Francis to advocate for the release of the remaining hostages, highlighting the desperate need for\u200b international pressure.<\/p>\n<p>The Palestinian \u200bdelegation also described the devastating situation in Gaza,\u200d where\u2062 civilians are caught in the crossfire. Suhair Anastas, a Gaza resident, \u2064shared her harrowing experience of living in constant fear and uncertainty. She expressed gratitude for finding temporary\u200c shelter in a church but emphasized\u2063 that nowhere in Gaza is truly safe.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the grim reality, meeting the \u200dPope gave hope to those suffering. Goldberg felt blessed to have experienced the Pope&#8217;s concern and empathy. However, the Israeli delegation urged Pope Francis to use his influence to secure the release of the remaining hostages.<\/p>\n<p>While \u2063Israeli military officials argue that\u200c their campaign is necessary to pressure Hamas, the Pope called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. \u200cHe emphasized the importance of dialogue and \u200cnegotiation, rather than further loss of \u2064life.<\/p>\n<p>It is crucial to\u200c note that Hamas officials have openly stated their intention to continue\u200d perpetrating atrocities until the state of Israel \u2063is destroyed. Pope Francis expressed hope that peaceful\u200c means can prevail and\u2064 bring an end to the conflict in the Holy Land.<\/p>\n<p>Let us join the Pope in praying for peace and a resolution to this\u2062 devastating\u2064 situation.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does the Pope&#8217;s condemnation align with his previous advocacy for dialogue, peaceful resolutions, and support for the Palestinian cause<\/h2>\n<p><span>  The Pope&#8217;s condemnation was not targeted at the specific ceasefire\u2062 agreement, but rather at the overall military operation conducted by Israel in Gaza.<\/p>\n<p>The Pope&#8217;s strong condemnation of Israel&#8217;s military operation in Gaza signifies his deep \u2064concern \u200cfor the\u200c escalating violence\u2062 and humanitarian\u200b crisis in the region. He did not shy away from using words such as &#8220;terrorist&#8221; to describe the nature of the operation, reflecting the urgency with\u2062 which he views the situation.<\/p>\n<p>By meeting with delegations representing both Palestinian refugees and Israeli relatives of Hamas victims, the\u200b Pope has showcased his commitment\u200c to acknowledging the\u2063 pain and suffering experienced by individuals \u200con both sides. This gesture further solidifies \u2062his impartial stance on the matter, emphasizing the need for\u200c peace, justice, and reconciliation.<\/p>\n<p>The Pope&#8217;s remarks, however, do not come as \u200da surprise. Throughout his papacy, he has consistently advocated for dialogue and peaceful resolutions to conflicts worldwide. His strong support for the Palestinian cause and his calls for an independent and sovereign Palestinian state have been evident in his numerous speeches and actions. The Pope&#8217;s\u2064 stance aligns\u2063 with\u2062 the international consensus that\u200d a two-state solution is crucial for lasting peace in the \u2062region.<\/p>\n<p>The timing of the Pope&#8217;s condemnation coincided with the announcement of a ceasefire and a\u200d hostage release deal\u2062 between Israel and Hamas mediated by Qatar. This underscores the urgent need for a \u2064peaceful resolution and the importance of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/israel-vows-to-attack-head-of-the-snake-iran-if-hezbollah-enters-war\/\" title=\"Israel promises to strike Iran's \"head of the snake\" if Hezbollah joins the conflict.\">international diplomatic efforts<\/a> in facilitating dialogue and negotiations.<\/p>\n<p>The Pope&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/pope-francis-accuses-israel-of-terrorism-after-meeting-with-hostage-families\/\" title=\"Pope Francis condemns Israel for terrorism after meeting hostage families\">condemnation carries significant weight<\/a>, not\u2062 only due to \u2063his position as \u2062the leader of the Catholic Church but also because \u200cof \u200dhis reputation as a global advocate for peace. His words \u2063have \u2064the potential to influence public opinion, encourage \u200dinternational intervention, and put pressure on political leaders to take concrete steps towards de-escalating the conflict and finding a just solution.<\/p>\n<p>As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to escalate, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/israel-war-what-military-support-has-the-us-sent-to-the-region\/\" title=\"US military aid to Israel during the war?\">increasing civilian casualties<\/a> and infrastructure damage, \u200dthe Pope&#8217;s condemnation\u2064 brings attention to the urgency \u2063and\u200b magnitude of the situation. It serves as a reminder to the international community, governments,\u200b and individuals alike, of their\u200d responsibility in addressing the root causes of the\u200d conflict, \u200bpromoting peace, and ensuring the well-being of \u200bthe innocent civilians caught in the crossfire.<\/p>\n<p>In\u200c conclusion,\u2064 Pope Francis \u200chas unequivocally condemned Israel&#8217;s military operation in\u2064 Gaza, \u200ddenouncing it as an act \u200cof terrorism \u2064that exceeds the boundaries of war. His impartial\u200b stance, commitment to dialogue,\u2062 and support for Palestinian rights highlight the urgent need for\u200c a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The Pope&#8217;s condemnation adds significant weight to international calls for de-escalation and reinforces the imperative of \u2064addressing the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Israel&#8217;s Gaza military operation has surpassed war, says Pope Francis. He criticized the conflict after meeting with Palestinian refugees and Israeli relatives of Hamas victims. The Pope emphasized that the suffering endured by both groups goes beyond typical warfare, labeling it as terrorism rather than war<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2106091,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2106090","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2106090","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2106090"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2106090\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2106091"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2106090"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2106090"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2106090"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}