Pope Reiterates Calls For Ceasefire Following UN Resolution

Frank A Jackson
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Pope Francis hailed "the saints who live next door" during the COVID-19 pandemic, saying doctors and others who are still working are heroes. The pope is seen here celebrating Palm Sunday Mass behind closed doors because of the coronavirus.

Some fresh comments to bring you from the Vatican City as Pope Francis renewed his call for an “immediate” ceasefire in Gaza.

The Pope’s remarks come hours after the UN General Assembly overwhelmingly adopted a non-binding resolution which also demands a ceasefire.

During his audience, Pope Francis added: “May this great suffering for the Israelis and the Palestinians be over”.

He also urged the immediate release of all Israeli hostages and the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza.

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