Pope Leo XIV met with President Isaac Herzog, discussing the war in Gaza and calling for a permanent ceasefire to be reached urgently. The Vatican readout highlighted Leo's hope for negotiations to resume quickly, the release of hostages, safe entry of humanitarian aid, and respect for humanitarian law.
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