Pope Francis Calls for Investigation into Potential Genocide in Gaza

Pope Francis has called for an investigation into allegations that Israel's military operations in Gaza may constitute genocide against Palestinians. In excerpts from his upcoming book, he highlights concerns raised by international experts about the situation in Gaza, advocating for a careful assessment of these claims. Amid a humanitarian crisis with over 43,800 reported Palestinian deaths since the onset of the conflict, the pontiff's remarks represent a notable escalation in his criticism of Israel's military conduct. This follows a series of critiques over the conduct of military operations in both Gaza and Lebanon.