Pope Francis hosted Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the Vatican on Thursday, with their discussions centred on the Middle East crisis, particularly in Gaza.
A Vatican Nativity scene featuring a keffiyeh-draped baby Jesus, symbolising Palestinian identity, was removed without explanation, sparking debate ahead of Pope Francis’s meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.
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Pope Francis has been honoured with America's highest civilian award by President Joe Biden, who has described the pontiff as "a light of faith, hope, and love.. Sky News
The pontiff reminded the Catholic faithful on Wednesday of children suffering from war and hunger, the elderly living in isolation, those fleeing their homelands, people who have lost their jobs and those persecuted for their faith.
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Pope Francis outlined his green vision for the Vatican in his 'Brother Sun' letter in June. In it he said solar panels would be installed on a Vatican-owned property outside Rome and the power generated from that could supply all of Vatican City's energy needs.
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Francis deliberately shunned the grand reopening of France's Notre Dame Cathedral last weekend - instead he's visiting the Mediterranean where thousands of migrants have perished.
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In a dramatic move, 112 Israelis, including families of hostages held in Gaza, have filed a lawsuit against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government for failing to prioritize the safe return of captives. The plaintiffs accuse the government of violating fundamental laws and neglecting their rights, expressing frustration over 15 months of inaction. Families, represented by Attorney Professor Barak Medina, claim the government's unilateral decisions, without consulting security officials, have contributed to the prolonged suffering. As families demand answers, Netanyahu’s office disputes reports of a potential exchange deal with Hamas. The case, now in Israel’s Supreme Court, is expected to put immense pressure on the government to act.
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The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have suffered another major blow in Gaza, with the army officially confirming the deaths of two soldiers from the Nahal Brigade’s 932nd Battalion during intense battles in northern Gaza. One soldier, a deputy company commander from Eli, and the other, a company commander from al-Quds, were killed in an incident in Beit Hanoun. Additionally, two other soldiers from the same battalion sustained serious injuries in the same operation.
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The conflict in Gaza intensifies as the Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, claim to have targeted five Israeli tanks in northern Gaza. This dramatic escalation comes amidst relentless bombardments that have left dozens dead and critical infrastructure destroyed. Visuals of smoke, fire, and the aftermath of the strikes paint a grim picture of the ongoing devastation. With peace talks in limbo, the humanitarian crisis deepens as hospitals crumble under the strain. What lies ahead for the region?
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Rome anticipates a €17 billion economic boost from the 2025 Jubilee, though experts caution that estimates might be overblown and housing costs could rise.
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On 19 December, 80-year-old Palestinian grandmother Halima Abu Leil was shot in an Israel Defence Forces (IDF) raid on her neighbourhood in Balata refugee camp.. Sky News
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