Summary
Pope Leo’s representative, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, declined to participate in President Donald Trump’s initiative for a peace council focused on rebuilding Gaza. The Vatican cited the “special nature of the Holy See” and some unclear points regarding the project as reasons for its absence. Karoline Leavitt, White House spokesperson, expressed disappointment with this decision, stating that her government wishes all invited countries would participate in the council. She emphasized that the peace council aims to oversee rebuilding efforts for Gaza, which has been plagued by violence, bloodshed, and poverty. The Vatican highlighted United Nations’ responsibility in such matters, while Germany, represented as an observer in Trump’s council, also referred to the UN for resolving international conflicts.
Key Topics
Vatican City, Donald Trump, Hamas
