The Pope condemned countries for failing to resolve the conflict in the Middle East.

The pontiff believes that peace can be achieved through prayer and fasting, and not through weapons.

A letter from Pope Francis has been made public, where he criticizes the world community for its failure to end the war in the Middle East, expressing support for the “residents of Gaza.”

Francis calls for dialogue and peace, noting that violence never leads to peace, even after years of conflict. He calls for celebrating October 7, the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, as a day of prayer and fasting, as a weapon that can change history and defeat the evil that fuels the war.

Pope Francis expressed support for “the people of Gaza and other inhabitants of the Middle East” suffering as a result of the conflict. He notes that many suffer from war while the powerful impose it on others, but will inevitably face God's judgment.