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Pope condemns antisemitism and vows to fight it as tensions rise over Israel's war in Gaza
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Pope condemns antisemitism and vows to fight it as tensions rise over Israel's war in Gaza

  • By NICOLE WINFIELD Associated Press

Pope Leo XIV has reaffirmed the Catholic Church's commitment to fighting antisemitism amid rising tensions from Israel's war in Gaza. On Wednesday, he marked the 60th anniversary of the "Nostra Aetate" declaration, which revolutionized Catholic-Jewish relations. Leo acknowledged past misunderstandings but emphasized the Church's Gospel-mandated friendship with Jews. He quoted the declaration, condemning antisemitism in all forms. The anniversary comes during a surge in antisemitism linked to Israel's military actions. Jewish leaders have expressed hope for the Vatican's continued strong stance against antisemitism, highlighting the Church's influential role.

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