Israel continues to kill hundreds in Gaza despite ceasefire: Jerusalem church leaders

The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said Monday that hundreds of Palestinians have been killed in Gaza in Israeli attacks despite a ceasefire that came into force on Oct. 10, Anadolu reports. The patriarchs and heads of churches in Jerusalem said in a Christmas message that the ceasefire has allowed many Christian communities to “more publicly celebrate the joys of Christmas” this year. “Despite a declared cessation of hostilities, hundreds have continued to be killed or suffer grievous injury,” they added. “Many more have experienced violent assaults against themselves, their properties, and their freedoms—not only in the Holy Land, but also in neighboring countries.” The church leaders expressed solidarity with “all those who are suffering and downcast” and called for advocating […]