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In a dramatic turn of events, a high-ranking Catholic delegation has entered Gaza following a deadly Israeli strike that targeted the only Catholic church in the region. Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, alongside Greek Orthodox Patriarch Theophilus, arrived to offer condolences to the victims and their families after the attack, which left three dead and at least ten others injured, including a priest.

The strike has drawn intense international condemnation, prompting Pope Francis to emphasize the urgent need for the protection of places of worship in both Palestinian territories and Israel. In a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the Pope called for accountability and respect for religious sites. While Israel initially defended the attack, claiming it never targets religious locations, they later issued an apology and announced an investigation into the incident.

The visit by the Catholic leaders is unprecedented, as Israel typically restricts access for such high-profile figures to Gaza. Their presence is not only a gesture of solidarity with the Christian community but also an appeal for a ceasefire and an end to the ongoing violence that has devastated Palestinian lives. The delegation is reportedly bringing in hundreds of tons of humanitarian aid to support the beleaguered population, which includes around 500 individuals sheltering at the Holy Family Church.

The Christian community in Gaza, which numbers only about a thousand before the war, is now voicing the urgent need for peace and support as they endure the same hardships faced by their fellow Palestinians. As the situation escalates, the world watches closely, demanding action and accountability in a conflict that continues to claim innocent lives.

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