‘This is cruelty, this is not war’: Pope cites Hamas death claims in latest Israel condemnation
The pope also complained, "Yesterday they (Israel) did not allow the Patriarch (of Jerusalem) into Gaza as promised.”
Pope Francis, with a large bruise on his chin, arrives to hold an audience with donors of the St. Peter's Square Christmas tree and Nativity scene, at the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican, December 7, 2024. (photo credit: REUTERS/REMO CASILLI)Updated: 
