Thousands of pro-Palestinian social media users, as well as those from Gaza, paid heartfelt tributes to the late Pope
Thousands of pro-Palestinian social media users, as well as many from Gaza, paid tributes to Pope Francis, remembering him for his support for the Palestinian people during Israel’s 15-month ongoing onslaught in the besieged enclave.
In his final address on Easter Sunday, Pope Francis, 88, called for a ceasefire in Gaza from the balcony of St Peter's Basilica as an aide read out a benediction in which the pope condemned the "deplorable humanitarian situation" caused by Israel’s war on Gaza, which many on social media praised.
"I appeal to the warring parties: call a ceasefire, release the hostages and come to the aid of a starving people that aspires to a future of peace," he said.
Upon the news of his death, many online praised the pope’s continuing support for the Palestinian people and the Catholic community, as well as churches in Gaza.
Palestinian pastor Munther Isaac mourned the death of Pope Francis, saying Palestinians, and Palestinian Christians in particular, had lost a "dear friend" who was "beloved in Palestine".
Recounting the pope's visit to Israel's separation wall in Bethlehem, Isaac said: "The Pope left, and the occupation and the wall remained."
Many online said the Pope Francis “was a unique model of chivalry and humanity who shared the sorrow of the Palestinian people.” (more...)
Pope Francis remembered as ‘dear friend’ by the people of Gaza
For me, I will remember him as the Pope who called the Holy Family Church in Gaza every day as the city, and even the church itself, was bombed by Israel. https://t.co/ep43HHgwFA
— Séamus Malekafzali (@Seamus_Malek) April 21, 2025
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