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Cardinal Pizzaballa: Holy Land Mistrust
Cardinal Pizzaballa warns Holy Land faces deepening mistrust as peace talks fade.
In brief
Cardinal Pizzaballa warns Holy Land faces deepening mistrust as peace talks fade. Cardinal Pizzaballa says Holy Land communities feel abandoned by law and peace efforts after three years of conflict. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
Mistrust in Holy Land
Cardinal Pizzaballa says no one talks about peace processes in Israel anymore.
“In Israel, no one talks about a peace process anymore.”
Fragmented Israeli Society
Cardinal Pizzaballa notes Israeli society has split since 2023 with former president Reuven Rivlin calling it tribes.
“since 2023, there has also been considerable fragmentation within Israeli society itself.”
Christian Exodus in Israel
36% of Christians in Israel consider leaving due to mistrust and economic hardship.
“36% of respondents said they were considering leaving Jerusalem or Israel as a whole.”
Violence Against Christians
Christians face violence in Jerusalem, especially near the Armenian Quarter.
“these incidents continue, with periods of greater and lesser intensity.”
West Bank Crisis
Palestinians in West Bank face land theft and blocked farming access.
“olives are being stolen and access to farmland is being prohibited.”
Gaza Conditions Deteriorate
Gaza's humanitarian situation worsens despite October 10 ceasefire.
“the humanitarian situation has not improved at all.”
Cardinal's Plan to Return
Cardinal Pizzaballa plans to return to Gaza to assess worsening conditions.
“I plan to return to Gaza.”
The main idea
Cardinal Pizzaballa says Holy Land communities feel abandoned by law and peace efforts after three years of conflict.
