Pope Francis has taken a firm stance against the actions in Gaza, labeling them as cruelty instead of war.
The pontiff's remarks are a response to the suffering of Palestinians, with over 45,000 reported casualties during the conflict.
Despite backlash from Israeli officials, the Pope remains steadfast in his condemnation of what he perceives as a genocidal campaign.
He advocates for accountability, emphasizing the need for an investigation into whether genocide criteria are being met.
In his Christmas address, Francis highlighted the plight of children affected by the violence, declaring, "Yesterday, children have been bombed. This is cruelty."