Pope Francis launches a heartfelt appeal for an end to the “terrorism” of war, and condemns an Israeli military attack on Gaza’s Holy Family Catholic Parish, which killed two Christian women and destroyed a convent of the Missionaries of Charity.
By Devin Watkins

Pope Francis appealed on Sunday for an end to the war ravaging the Holy Land, praying especially for Christians holed up in the Holy Family Catholic Parish in Gaza.

At the Angelus prayer, the Pope said he continues to receive troubling news from Gaza, where “unarmed civilians are the targets of bombings and gunfire.”

Pope Francis condemned an attack on the compound of the Catholic parish, “where there are no terrorists, but families, children, people who are sick and have disabilities, and nuns.”

“A mother, Mrs. Nahida Khalil Anton, and her daughter, Samar Kamal Anton, were killed, and others were wounded by the shooters while they were going to the bathroom,” said the Pope.

'Some say, ‘This is terrorism. This is war.’ Yes, it is war. It is terrorism,” he said. “That is why the Scripture affirms that ‘God stops wars… breaks the bow, splinters the spear’ (Psalm 46:10). Let us pray to the Lord for peace.”

Pope Francis also recalled people in various parts of the world who are suffering due to war.

“Let us not forget our brothers and sisters suffering from war, in Ukraine, in Palestine and Israel, and in other conflict zones,” he said. “May the approach of Christmas strengthen the commitment to open paths of peace.”

On Saturday, Israeli forces carried out heavy bombardment in the area surrounding Gaza’s only Catholic parish.

The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem released a statement alleging that an IDF tank fired a rocket which struck the Convent of the Missionaries of Charity, destroying the building’s generator and setting off a massive blaze that damaged the house.

Two more rockets reportedly rendered the convent uninhabitable for the 54 people with disabilities for whom the Sisters of Mother Theresa were caring.

"The Convent is home to over 54 disabled persons and is part of the church compound, which was signalled as a place of worship since the beginning of the war," said the Patriarchate.

Two Christian women killed
Later in the day, an Israeli sniper killed two Christian women who had taken refuge in the Holy Family church compound.

Nahida Khalil Anton, an elderly woman, and her daughter, Samar Kamal Anton, had reportedly exited the church building and were walking toward the Sisters’ Convent.

“One was killed as she tried to carry the other to safety,” the statement said.

The sniper reportedly shot and wounded 7 other people as they tried to protect others inside the church compound.

“No warning was given; no notification was provided,” said the Patriarchate. “They were shot in cold blood inside the premises of the Parish, where there are no belligerents.”


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The late Nahida Khalil Anton


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lmao, IDF has been killing everything but Hamas... 95% of those that have been killed in Gaza are civilians.... Thanks to their carpet bombing tactics... To engage in physical combat na wahala... If only you know how much casualties they have suffered in the hand of Hamas during their reckless ground invasion...

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I use to think the claims that Jews would sacrifice small Christian children were just blood libel; but now, after seeing what I've seen, I have no doubt some fanatic Jews of old murdered Christian children in satanic rituals, throughout history.

I conclude this for two reasons:

A.) I find it highly unlikely that hundreds of Europeans, many of whom never met each other, living in their small towns/villages across the continent, murdered their own children just to frame Jews.

B.) I've heard and seen so many Jews of today, cheering on and justifying the mass-murder of children.

By Lucas Cage!

Are you okay? Which 32%? Abi 3000%

20000+ killed since Oct.7

Israel offers an influencer $5,000 to post a propaganda video to his 3 million TikTok followers

Funeral of a Palestinian killed during a raid by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank

A high school student with 3 million followers explains why he's now working to challenge the dominant Western narrative on Israel and Palestine.

American TikToker Guy Christensen has been posting non-stop about Palestine and Israel since learning more about the conflict in October.

As a content creator, I spent years primarily calling out injustices within my own country of the United States and offering commentary on current events that young people care about. But all that changed on Oct. 7.

Before then, I was just a high school senior with a platform on TikTok (@yourfavoriteguy) and a vague awareness of tension between Israel and Palestine.

But then Hamas attacked Israel. At the time, I had no idea this would begin unravelling a compelling narrative of oppression, colonisation, and a quest for justice that would redefine my understanding of the world.

With the entire world’s attention on Israel, I witnessed the online outrage against Hamas, both on TikTok and in the media, which spurred me to look into the intricacies of the conflict. I wanted to know more. What I found was more than what the media was telling me.



I was shocked to learn of Israel’s illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank, their violence against Palestinians, the resulting displaced families, and bulldozed homes, and it struck a chord. It was reminiscent of the colonisation of Native Americans by English settlers. The parallels were haunting and begged the question: Why was this not being talked about?

As I navigated through a sea of information, I discovered information on Israel’s segregated road system, restrictive permits, and reports of abuses at the hands of Israeli soldiers.

I learned the true nature of the Gaza Strip, two million people locked behind a prison wall on a parcel of land. Half of them are children. Israel restricts their water and calorie access. They aren’t free. The magnitude of these injustices reminded me of the shades of South African Apartheid.

Israel even had a term for this “Hafrada” – meaning “separation.” The “Jewish State” bill allowing the replacement of Palestinian households with Zionist ones offers another layer of disturbing truth. Learning all this was a turning point that made me question the morality of Israel's actions and ponder profound questions about justice and human rights.

Amid my research, a puzzling realisation dawned on me. Western media seemed unanimous in portraying Israel as 100 percent in the right, despite clear evidence to the contrary. If Israel was illegally installing settlements in the West Bank and perpetrating violence against Palestinians, why was there resounding silence on this matter? I was confounded.

Human Rights organisations offered context, but their voices seemed to be drowned out by the larger narrative.

The turning point in my personal journey occurred when I received an email from a Zionist organisation offering me $5,000 to pledge my support to Israel. It came after I posted a video highlighting the parallels between American colonisation and that of Historic Palestine on my account. My first encounter with Israel's propaganda machine was an offer to trade truth for money. I was disgusted. My morals were not for sale.

After exposing the offer on my platform, my life took an unexpected turn. Media giants like Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, and BBC reached out for interviews. Yet, this attention came at a cost – my family, rightfully concerned about potential repercussions, feared that my words could put a target on our backs.

As the days went on, I continued witnessing the blatant massacre of thousands of innocent Palestinians living in Gaza. The total destruction promised by Israel’s leaders by cutting off water, food, aid, and internet to the Palestinians. Israel’s propaganda machine churning out more lies, spinning their narrative to the West. There is nothing that can excuse the mass murder of thousands of Palestinian civilians despite anything they are saying.


My understanding was deepened through historical documents like the King-Crane Commission Report, which was published in 1922. Their foresight that Zionism cannot exist “without the gravest trespass upon the civil and religious rights” of the Palestinians resonated with the stark reality I was uncovering.

The pieces of the puzzle started falling into place as I delved into the footage coming out of the Gaza Strip, stories of murderous raids in the occupied West Bank, and firsthand Israeli soldiers' testimonies in Breaking the Silence. The picture coming together was one of systematic oppression and suffering endured by the Palestinians for decades.

Faced with the truth, I grappled with the fear of repercussions. News in the United States was rife with stories of Harvard students being blacklisted and news anchors being fired for supporting Palestinians. The question of what if the same thing happened to me loomed large. However, the responsibility that came with my platform overcame my hesitation. Why have such a platform if not to use it for good, especially when it becomes hard?

Thus, my advocacy for Palestinians began. Sharing messages after school, meticulously researching the facts, and balancing reporting with school, work, and personal life became my daily routine. The more videos I made, the more I learned about the extent of Israel's oppression. Far from quelling my resolve, this newfound knowledge fueled the fire that had been set alight in my soul.

But I kept coming back to the question of why there was complete radio silence from Western media concerning Israel. I decided to investigate it. What I uncovered was shameful, a purposeful agenda to silence criticism towards Israel. In the US, anti-BDS laws - punitive measures that penalise individuals for boycotting Israel in support of Palestinians - effectively muzzle a fundamental right to peaceful protest.

The influence does not stop there; the tendrils of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) reach deep into the political landscape. Millions of dollars flow from AIPAC lobbying into the pockets of our representatives, including President Joe Biden.

AIPAC also pours millions of dollars into our elections through the United Democracy Project (UDP) to oust progressive Democratic representatives who question Israel’s actions. The stark connection between political contributions and unwavering support for Israel casts a shadow over the objectivity of our leaders.

To add another layer to this intricate web, the United States has provided $317.9 billion in aid to Israel since World War II, a staggering figure that raises questions about priorities and accountability.

How can there be an open and honest dialogue when dissent is stifled, and political decisions seem beholden to financial interests?

In the face of these revelations, the illusion of a fair and unbiased narrative crumbles. Anti-BDS laws, with their coercive nature, challenge the very essence of democratic values. The sway of AIPAC, coupled with its significant financial contributions, raises concerns about the objectivity of our elected officials.

The question becomes: How can there be an open and honest dialogue when dissent is stifled, and political decisions seem beholden to financial interests?

These realisations further fueled my determination to expose the truth. It became evident to me that advocating for Palestinians meant challenging not only the narratives perpetuated by Israel, but also the constraints embedded in American policies. The more layers I uncovered, the more it reinforced the urgency of breaking the narrative

My followers became companions on this journey. They engaged, educated themselves alongside me, and overwhelmingly supported the cause. Kind words flowed in. However, not everyone was supportive. Threats from Zionists became an unfortunate reality, yet I choose to remain undeterred.

My friends had mixed reactions to my newfound cause. Some, like my wonderful girlfriend, embraced the opportunity to learn and stood by me in support. But not all friends shared the same enthusiasm for awareness.

One even admitted a reluctance to learn, fearing that understanding the Palestinian struggle would cause him to share in their suffering, a sentiment he seemed keen to avoid because ignorance was less painful

As a high school senior, my days are a delicate dance, but the satisfaction I have gotten from standing up for the Palestinians and shedding light on the truth makes every effort worthwhile.

The journey from ignorance to advocacy has been both challenging and enlightening. In using my platform, I hope to contribute to a collective awakening and understanding, challenging the narratives that perpetuate oppression.

My commitment to the truth remains unwavering. The journey has only just begun, but I am determined to amplify the voices of the oppressed, for in their stories lies the potential for meaningful change. The world may be united against them, but as long as there are those willing to speak up, the flame of justice will continue to burn.

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TWoods:


From your favorite DuckDuckGo, a reuters article saying the exact same thing as the WashingtonPost - https://www.reuters.com/article/us-egypt-hamas-idUSBREA230F520140304/

The facts are not on your side... at some point, the Muslim world needs to stop acting as if a jew is hiding under their beds.

https://www.hrw.org/report/2021/04/27/threshold-crossed/israeli-authorities-and-crimes-apartheid-and-persecution

https://www.hrw.org/news/2021/04/27/abusive-israeli-policies-constitute-crimes-apartheid-persecution

https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2023-11-29/gaza-palestinian-prisoners-hostage-exchange-detention-israeli-prisons

https://www.npr.org/2021/04/27/990993903/israel-accused-of-apartheid-crimes-by-human-rights-watch

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-60197918

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-56249927

https://www.ohchr.org/en/press-releases/2022/12/israel-un-experts-condemn-record-year-israeli-violence-occupied-west-bank

https://www.hrw.org/news/2017/06/04/israel-50-years-occupation-abuses


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TWoods:


From your favorite DuckDuckGo, a reuters article saying the exact same thing as the WashingtonPost - https://www.reuters.com/article/us-egypt-hamas-idUSBREA230F520140304/

The facts are not on your side... at some point, the Muslim world needs to stop acting as if a jew is hiding under their beds.

The fact is that you select what you want to read and you believe what you want to believe... Reuter out of all the contents you came across through the search engine.... You hand picked reuter... Lmao

TWoods:


This is a stupid argument. You should use google next time:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1999/09/23/jordan-acts-to-enforce-hamas-ban/1742998a-7a9c-4e62-8eb1-25fedf4f7f3e/
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-31674458

You want me to use a Zionist company to search for the truth about Zionist? Next time use DuckDuckGo bro... There are evidences on Twitter and real documentaries to watch on the real truth about what is going on..

You want me to use Washingtonpost , Israeli company that belongs to the most horrible Psychopaths ever existed in the history of human to search the truth about Israeli?

TWoods:


These are established facts... not worth debating frankly.

The rest of your diatribe is the same basic Islamic taqiyya. You folks cannot tell the truth even if your lives depended on it.

Lmao, what truth? Where are your evidences to back your supposed truth? is it truly the truth or you just want it to be d truth so bad that you turned blind eye to the concrete evidences that nolify your claims, like your belief that "Jesus is God" when every evidence even from your book prove otherwise.

It seems you want to bring religion debate in... If I should start with you, you will run... But I won't... I have more Christian friends here than you can think of...

TWoods:


Hamas is banned from entering Egypt, Jordan, and the West Bank... those are their fellow Arab Muslims. Saying Hamas is not a terrorist organization is silly.

What are your news Sources? CNN right? even BBC and other news outlets refuse to tag them a terrorist.

What do we call Israeli that has been killing, and maltreating Palestinian For decades? If you are to Tag them a terrorist because of the exaggerated Oct. 7 incident, and mind you, series of lies about that day have been debunked... Then Israel should be the father of Terrorism.