Overview

• At his general audience on May 28, Pope Leo renewed his appeal to halt hostilities in Gaza.
• He urged both Israel and Hamas to fully respect international humanitarian law and safeguard civilians.
• The pontiff lamented grieving parents in Gaza who hold the bodies of their deceased children.
• He demanded the immediate release of all hostages held by Hamas militants.
• He also appealed for an end to the conflict in Ukraine following his election on May 8.