Pope Francis has increased criticism of Israel's military actions in Gaza, labeling the humanitarian crisis as “shameful”.
During a recent address, he condemned the bombing of civilians and pointed to the deaths of children suffering from the cold.
The Pope stated, “We cannot accept that children are freezing to death,” referring to the destruction of hospitals and energy infrastructure.
This address marks a significant shift as the Pope has become more outspoken regarding the potential for genocide against Palestinians amid ongoing conflict.
The situation escalated after the October 7 attack by Hamas, which led to Israel's extensive retaliatory campaign, resulting in heavy casualties.