As reported by the presidential spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt At a press conference, Netanyahu communicated with former President Donald Trump – who considers a key ally – to explain what happened. “It was an error of the Israelis to attack that Catholic Church. That is what the prime minister has informed the president.”said Leavitt, and clarified that Trump’s reaction “was not positive.”
Minutes later, the prime minister’s office issued a statement on the social network X, where he said that “deeply regrets that a lost ammunition will impact” in the sacred place. “Every innocent lost life is a tragedy. We share the pain of families and the faithful,” said the official message. Besides, They thanked Pope Leo XIV “his words of Consuelo” and assured that they are investigating the incident.
For their part, the Israel Defense Forces (FDI) pointed out that, according to a preliminary investigation, the impact was caused by shrapnel of a projectile fired during a military operation in the area. “We direct our attacks exclusively against military objectives and do our best to minimize damage to civilians and religious buildings”they pointed out. “We regret any accidental damage.”
The Pope expressed his “deep sadness” for the victims of the attack and renewed his request for “a high immediate fire” in the strip. The Pontiff also called “a sincere dialogue, a reconciliation and lasting peace in the region.”
The Israeli offensive on Gaza has been maintained since October 7, 2023, when the Netanyahu government responded to an attack by Hamas that left about 1,200 dead and about 250 kidnapped. Since then, the Gazati authorities – controlled by Hamas – denounce more than 58,600 Palestinians dead, although it is estimated that the figure could be even greater.
New Israel bombing on Gaza hit the only Catholic Church and caused several injured, including Argentine pastor Gabriel Romanelli
At least four people died and several people were injured after an attack by Israel that hit a Catholic parish in the Gaza Strip this Thursday. Among those affected is Argentine priest Gabriel Romanelliwho leads the Sagrada Familia Church, which offers help, refuge and containment to people affected by war.
The attack damaged the Church of the Sagrada Familia, the only Catholic Church within the Palestinian enclave, as confirmed by the Latin patriarchy of Jerusalem in a statement. Initially reported: “The Church of the Sagrada Familia in Gaza has been beaten this morning by a bombing. There are several injured in the place, including the pastor, Gabriel Romanelli. At this time there are no confirmed deaths.”
However, he later confirmed the attack he left four dead people. “We pray for the rest of their souls and for the end of this wild war. Nothing can justify attacks against innocent civilians”, Said the patriarchy.
Also, at least seven people were injured, two in critical condition, while the pastor, Father Gabriel Romanelli, who had a close relationship with the late Pope Francis about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, suffered leg injuries.
Source: Ambito
