But it seems clear that the Israeli government's resentment of Pope Francis's expressions of solidarity with the Palestinians, especially during the war in Gaza, has soured its response to his death.

JERUSALEM — Hours after Pope Francis’ death was announced, Israel's Foreign Ministry posted a short message on X: “Rest in peace, Pope Francis. May his memory be a blessing." ...

The parish priest of Gaza Strip's small Christian community spoke to Vatican Radio amid tragedy after tragedy unfolding in ...

A Catholic priest leading a parish in war-torn Gaza has expressed dismay over the “death and destruction” that surrounds his ...

Iran’s highest-ranking Shiite cleric, who has issued a religious edict calling for the assassination of U.S. President Donald ...