Pakistan, May 28 -- Pope Leo, the head of the Catholic Church, has issued a powerful call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, highlighting the immense human suffering in the region. Speaking to a large gathering at St. Peter's Square, the Pope described the agony of Palestinian parents, saying, "They sit clutching the lifeless bodies of their children. Their heart-wrenching cries are reaching the heavens."

He urged for an end to the violence, calling on both Israel and Hamas to respect international humanitarian law and protect civilian lives. "This fighting must stop now. The dignity and safety of every human being must be honored," he said, emphasizing the urgent need for peace and compassion.

The appeal comes amid intensifying confli...