‘Unacceptable’: Pope Francis decries Israeli Occupation airstrikes on Lebanon

Pope Francis expressed grave concern over the recent Israeli Occupation airstrikes in Lebanon, describing them as a "terrible escalation" in the Middle East, according to Reuters.

The Pope highlighted the attacks, which “Israel” claims target Hezbollah-related sites, as “unacceptable.”

He urged the international community to take urgent action to stop the violence that has been escalating in the region.

While the pope did not explicitly name “Israel” in his remarks, he conveyed his deep sorrow regarding the devastating impact of the bombardments reported in Lebanon, emphasizing that they have led to significant destruction and numerous casualties.