Pope Leo XIV comforts 13 priests from southern Lebanon with surprise video call
Summary
Pope Leo XIV surprised 13 priests from southern Lebanon by joining their online meeting to offer prayers and encouragement amid ongoing conflict near the Israel-Lebanon border. Despite a recent ceasefire, tensions and attacks continue, including an Israeli strike in Beirut and the demolition of a Catholic convent in a border village.Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV made a video call from Rome to 13 Lebanese priests near the Israel border.
- The pope prayed for peace and encouraged the priests to stay in their hometowns.
- The priests come from mostly Christian villages in southern Lebanon, an area affected by conflicts.
- A ceasefire started on April 17, but fighting and attacks between Israel and Hezbollah continue.
- Israel recently struck a building in Beirut, targeting a Hezbollah commander.
- The Israeli military demolished a Catholic convent in Yaroun, a southern Lebanese border village, saying it used to be part of Hezbollah operations.
- Residents and officials disputed Israel’s claim, stating the convent was a religious building, not a military site.
- Incidents involving Israeli soldiers disrespecting Christian statues have caused local outrage.
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