Pope Leo has expressed his sadness over the deaths of two people following an Israeli strike on Gaza's sole Catholic Church.

An Israeli shell hit Gaza's Holy Family Catholic Church, killing two and injuring several, including the parish priest. Pope Leo XIV has called for a ceasefire. Meanwhile, Israel and Hamas struggle with ceasefire negotiations amidst ongoing conflict,

"For me it is mostly a story that says basic human kindness is a value and something we have lost," the film's director told newspaper "The Sunday Times."

Hundreds of Druze from Israel pushed across the border in solidarity with their Syrian cousins they feared were under attack. Many then met relatives never seen before.

Israeli strikes in Gaza have resulted in significant casualties, with the conflict persisting after unsuccessful talks between US and Israeli leaders. The violence has displaced many, with aid efforts hampered by military restrictions.