The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed profound regret over the incident, stating that the military is investigating the strike. In response to the tragedy, Pope Leo XIV has urged for an immediate ceasefire in the region. Recently, discussions regarding a new U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal between Israel and Hamas have seen little progress.
Since the collapse of the last ceasefire in March, more than 7,750 Palestinians have died in the ongoing conflict, with dire humanitarian conditions exacerbated in the region. The Gaza Health Ministry reported that recent attacks have led to additional civilian casualties. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the Israeli military action as "unacceptable," asserting that civilian lives must not be placed in jeopardy.
Among those who lost their lives in the church strike were Saad Salameh, the church janitor, and Fumayya Ayyad, who was inside a tent when the blast occurred. The third victim was identified as Najwa Abu Daoud. The church's priest, Gabriel Romanelli, who kept Pope Francis informed on the situation in Gaza, was also injured in the attack and is now recovering.
The situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, as humanitarian needs rise amidst ongoing violence and instability, calling for urgent international intervention.
Since the collapse of the last ceasefire in March, more than 7,750 Palestinians have died in the ongoing conflict, with dire humanitarian conditions exacerbated in the region. The Gaza Health Ministry reported that recent attacks have led to additional civilian casualties. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the Israeli military action as "unacceptable," asserting that civilian lives must not be placed in jeopardy.
Among those who lost their lives in the church strike were Saad Salameh, the church janitor, and Fumayya Ayyad, who was inside a tent when the blast occurred. The third victim was identified as Najwa Abu Daoud. The church's priest, Gabriel Romanelli, who kept Pope Francis informed on the situation in Gaza, was also injured in the attack and is now recovering.
The situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, as humanitarian needs rise amidst ongoing violence and instability, calling for urgent international intervention.
