Pope Urges Investigation into Potential Genocide in Gaza

Pope Francis has called for an investigation into allegations of genocide related to Israel's military actions in Gaza, marking the first time he has openly urged such a probe. This call comes ahead of the release of a new book based on interviews with the Pope, where he describes Israel's attacks as "immoral" and disproportionate. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes continue to cause significant casualties in Gaza, with the Health Ministry reporting around 43,800 Palestinian deaths. In Israel, political tensions rise as flares are fired at Prime Minister Netanyahu's residence, amid ongoing protests against his handling of the conflict and calls for judicial reforms.