ACI MENA, Oct 9, 2025 / 11:55 am

The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem has welcomed the announcement of an agreement to halt attacks in the Gaza Strip and to ensure the immediate release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners — describing it as a first step “that may pave the way to the end of this tragic war.”

In a statement released today, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa welcomed the news “with joy” and called for the full and sincere implementation of the agreement, stressing “the urgent need to deliver humanitarian aid without conditions to the people of Gaza, who are enduring catastrophic living conditions.”

Pizzaballa said the announcement represents “a first step and an initial stage.” He emphasized that the road ahead remains long, “but for now, we must rejoice in this i

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