Pope Francis has made the Vatican’s first public statement about the ceasefire agreement to the war in Gaza since it was announced last week.
As the ceasefire took effect on Sunday, Pope Francis praised the milestone, voicing hope that the authorities involved, alongside international leaders, can achieve a lasting peace. The pontiff also advocated for a two-state solution.
“I express my gratitude to all of the mediators,” the Pope said during his Angelus address on 19 January, adding that mediation is important work “because it makes peace”.
