Pope Leo XIV expressed deep concern on Sunday about the growing wave of antisemitism worldwide, referring specifically to the recent terrorist attack on a synagogue in Manchester, England.
During his Angelus prayer, the Pope also said he remained “saddened by the immense suffering of the Palestinian people in Gaza.”
“I express my concern over the rise of antisemitic hatred in the world, as we sadly witnessed with the terrorist attack in Manchester just a few days ago. I continue to be saddened by the immense suffering of the Palestinian people in Gaza,” Pope Leo stated.
The pontiff, who is the first American Pope, acknowledged that “some important steps” have been taken in ongoing ceasefire negotiations. He expressed hope that these talks would soon yield the “desired results.”
“I call on all those with responsibility to commit themselves to this path, to reach a ceasefire and to secure the release of hostages,” the Pope urged.
