Pope calls Gaza bombing ‘cruelty, not war’; Israel says ‘singling out Jewish state’

 Pope Francis condemned the bombing of children in Gaza, calling it “cruelty,” following reports of an Israeli airstrike killing seven children. Israel accused the Pope of ignoring its fight against terrorism and displaying double standards. The conflict, sparked by Hamas’ October 7 attack, continues to claim civilian lives as calls for peace grow louder. Pope Francis condemned the bombing of children in Gaza, calling it “cruelty,” following reports of an Israeli airstrike killing seven children. Israel accused the Pope of ignoring its fight against terrorism and displaying double standards. The conflict, sparked by Hamas’ October 7 attack, continues to claim civilian lives as calls for peace grow louder.