Iranian President Appeals to Pope Francis to Address Gaza and Lebanon Crisis

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reached out to Pope Francis, urging him to take a stand against the ongoing violence in Gaza and Lebanon, which he attributed to the Zionist regime’s “brutal crimes.” In his message, the president stressed that halting these actions would be a humanitarian and moral step to ease the suffering of affected communities.

Highlighting the dire situation in Gaza over the past year, President Pezeshkian accused Tel Aviv of violating international laws, targeting civilians, and engaging in acts of genocide. He described Gaza as a sacred land, revered as the birthplace of prophets and a symbol of peace, now desecrated by relentless aggression.

The president also alleged that Israel was responsible for the assassination of a guest in Tehran, escalating tensions in the region. Despite Iran’s delay in retaliation, aimed at giving ceasefire efforts a chance, the Israeli government has reportedly intensified its actions by launching attacks on Lebanon, a situation that remains unresolved.

Calling on the Vatican to play a proactive role, President Pezeshkian appealed to Pope Francis to mobilize Christian-majority nations and global leaders to condemn and act against these “inhumane aggressions.” He assured the pontiff of Iran’s willingness to collaborate with the Vatican to promote peace and justice worldwide.

This outreach comes as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise, with mounting calls for international intervention to address the humanitarian crisis in the region.