The Vatican has launched an investigation into allegations that a member of the Swiss Guard made an antisemitic gesture toward two Jewish women during a papal audience on October 29. The incident reportedly took place at the entrance to St. Peter's Square, where the women, part of an international Jewish delegation, were attending an event marking the anniversary of a key declaration on the church's relations with Jews. One of the women, Israeli writer Michal Govrin, stated that the guard hissed 'the Jews' and made a spitting gesture as they approached. Vatican officials have acknowledged the report and emphasized the Swiss Guard's commitment to respect, equality, and non-discrimination. The investigation comes as Pope Leo reaffirmed the church's opposition to antisemitism during the same audience.