Israeli silence on Pope’s death seen as sign of tensions
April 25, 2025
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CWN Editor's Note: The Israeli foreign ministry posted a short message of condolence on X (Twitter) after the death of Pope Francis, but then deleted that message, in what an AP story suggests is an indication of Israeli annoyance over the late Pontiff’s criticism of the destruction of Gaza.
“Rest in peace, Pope Francis. May his memory be a blessing,” was the brief message. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later issued his own quick statement, but will not attend the papal funeral.
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