Pope Francis Criticizes Israel's Military Actions in Gaza and Lebanon

The pontiff calls for proportionality in defense and condemns attacks that go beyond the rules of war.

Pope Francis described Israel's recent airstrikes in Gaza and Lebanon as 'immoral' and 'disproportionate'.
His comments were made during an in-flight press conference on his return from Belgium.
The airstrikes included the targeted killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, which also resulted in multiple civilian casualties.
U.S. President Joe Biden defended the Israeli strike as a 'measure of justice' against Hezbollah.
Francis has called for an immediate cease-fire, the release of hostages by Hamas, and the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza.