Pope affirms Israel has 'right' to 'defend themselves’
Pope Francis from behind (Photo by Nacho Arteaga on Unsplash)
(FOX NEWS) – Pope Francis affirmed Israel's right to defend itself during a general audience on Wednesday, but he questioned if violence would solve the border conflict.
The pontiff made the remarks during his weekly General Audience with the public at the Vatican on Wednesday after preaching about the life of St. Josephine Bakhita.
"I continue to follow what is happening in Israel and Palestine with tears and apprehension: many people killed, others injured," Pope Francis said following his speech. "I pray for those families who have seen a feast day transformed into a day of mourning, and I ask that the hostages be released immediately."
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