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Israeli officials fear the pope's vocal criticisms and symbolic gestures - such as this year’s nativity scene in St Peter’s Square featuring baby Jesus resting on a Palestinian keffiyeh - may influence global public opinion.

Created by Bethlehem artists Johny Andonia and Faten Nastas Mitwasi, the nativity scene prominently features Palestinian materials, including olive wood, a symbol of Palestinian resilience.

During its unveiling, Pope Francis condemned the global arms industry for profiting from human suffering and reiterated his call for an end to all wars, urging the faithful to remember those suffering in the holy land.

The display, praised by many as a message of solidarity and peace, drew backlash from Israel’s supporters, who accused the Vatican of promoting a pro-Palestinian agenda.

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[-] NocturnalMorning@lemmy.world 139 points 2 weeks ago

Im not gonna throw shade at someone for denouncing genocide.

[-] pennomi@lemmy.world 69 points 2 weeks ago

One of the most infuriating things about humans is their tendency to shit on good things from bad people.

Yes, we all KNOW that person is bad. But if you scold them for doing GOOD things, you are actively discouraging them from being better!

[-] XeroxCool@lemmy.world 44 points 2 weeks ago

Right? Wevre not going to overthrow the catholic institution anytime soon so take a fucking positive moment when we can get them. Absolutionism doesn't make progress.

[-] AstridWipenaugh@lemmy.world 22 points 2 weeks ago

I think the point is that we must remember that the enemy of our enemy is in fact not our friend. We may agree that murdering kids is wrong, but we have different motivations for wanting them to remain alive...

[-] naught101@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago

It kinda hits harder coming from someone more shady, TBH. Like, "we know we've done some shit, but you guys are actually fucked"

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