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Statement from Bishop Declan Lang and Bishop Christopher Chessun on recent violence in Gaza
These protests take place against the drastically deteriorating humanitarian situation which leaves little hope and continues to undermine a peaceful resolution. Hundreds of families across Gaza are now mourning their loved ones, dead and wounded. Israel has a right to defend itself but also has the moral and legal responsibility not to use disproportionate force…
Bishop Lang urges Israeli authorities to stop construction of Separation Wall in Cremisan Valley
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem has condemned the move and has called on the Israeli authorities to down tools and await the decision of the Supreme Court on a petition submitted by the families of the Valley a few days ago.
Bishop writes to Catholic parish in Gaza to offer prayerful and practical support
Here is the full letter from Bishop Lang to the Holy Family Parish in Gaza.
Bishop Declan Lang’s Statement on Gaza
Indeed, my mounting concern witnesses the indiscriminate and relentless attacks by the Israeli military machine on the civilian population of Gaza. I condemn in equal measure the firing of rockets by militants from Gaza into populated civilian areas across Israel.
