Tragic Strike on Gaza's Sole Catholic Church Spurs Global Outcry
An Israeli shell accidentally struck the Holy Family Church in Gaza, killing three and injuring 10. The incident drew global condemnation, including from Pope Leo XIV and US President Donald Trump, while Israel expressed regret. The site visit by top church leaders revealed widespread destruction.
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The Israeli military acknowledged that the Holy Family Church in Gaza was unintentionally hit by an Israeli shell last week, resulting in three fatalities and wounding 10 people.
An internal investigation attributed the incident to an "unintentional deviation of munitions," prompting international condemnation from figures like Pope Leo XIV and US President Donald Trump. Israel issued statements expressing regret over the event.
The Holy Family Church, Gaza's only Catholic place of worship, was visited by top Holy Land church leaders who remarked on the severe destruction in the area in the aftermath of the attack.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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