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Israel Offers Belated Condolences Following Pope Francis’s Death

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s statement comes four days after the pontiff’s passing, with Israel opting for ambassadorial representation at the funeral.

Dans un message posté sur son compte personnel sur X ce jeudi, le premier ministre israélien Benyamin Netanyahou a salué «un homme de foi profonde et de compassion sans fin»
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Overview

  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued condolences to the Catholic Church and global Catholic community on Thursday, four days after Pope Francis’s death.
  • The Israeli government’s delayed response contrasts with President Isaac Herzog’s immediate tribute, calling the pope a man of deep faith and compassion.
  • Israel will be represented at the funeral by its ambassador to the Vatican, Yaron Sideman, rather than senior officials, reflecting a cautious diplomatic approach.
  • The Israeli Foreign Ministry initially posted a condolence message on social media but deleted it within an hour, highlighting sensitivity in public messaging.
  • Pope Francis was perceived as pro-Palestinian in Israel due to his criticisms of the humanitarian situation in Gaza, including remarks likening it to genocide.