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Pope Francis Urges Immediate Respect for Gaza Ceasefire, Thanks Mediators and Calls for Two-State Solution

Jan 19, 2025, 12:10 PM

Pope Francis has called for the immediate respect of the ceasefire in Gaza, expressing gratitude to the mediators who facilitated the truce. Speaking at the Angelus prayer, the Pope urged all parties involved to adhere to the agreed terms promptly. He emphasized the need for the swift return of hostages to their homes and families, and stressed the urgency of increasing humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. Pope Francis also advocated for a just solution involving two states, hoping that both Israeli and Palestinian authorities, with international support, can achieve this. He called for dialogue, reconciliation, and peace, praying for these outcomes.

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Formal dialogue for two-state solution by June 30, 2025?

Francis•Gaza•Angelus prayer•Israeli•Palestinian

Resolution / Starting Odds

Yes • 50%

No • 50%

Official announcements from Israeli and Palestinian authorities or international mediators

Gaza Ceasefire Maintained Until March 31, 2025?

Francis•Gaza•Angelus prayer•Israeli•Palestinian

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No • 50%

Yes • 50%

Reports from international news agencies such as BBC, Al Jazeera, or Reuters confirming the status of the ceasefire

Hostages Released in Gaza by February 28, 2025?

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No • 50%

Yes • 50%

Official announcements by governments or international news agencies confirming the release of hostages

Increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza by March 31, 2025?

Francis•Gaza•Angelus prayer•Israeli•Palestinian

Resolution / Starting Odds

Yes • 50%

No • 50%

Reports from humanitarian organizations and international news agencies

Increase in Humanitarian Aid to Gaza Confirmed by March 31, 2025?

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Resolution / Starting Odds

No • 50%

Yes • 50%

Reports from international organizations such as the UN or Red Cross confirming increased aid shipments

Will Gaza ceasefire hold until March 31, 2025?

Francis•Gaza•Angelus prayer•Israeli•Palestinian

Resolution / Starting Odds

Yes • 50%

No • 50%

Reports from international news agencies and official statements from involved parties

Country Leading Israeli-Palestinian Peace Talks by End of 2025

Francis•Gaza•Angelus prayer•Israeli•Palestinian

Resolution / Starting Odds

Qatar • 25%

Other • 25%

United States • 25%

Egypt • 25%

Analysis and reports by major international news outlets or statements by involved governments

International Organization Most Involved in Israeli-Palestinian Peace Process by End of 2025

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Resolution / Starting Odds

Other • 25%

United Nations • 25%

European Union • 25%

Arab League • 25%

Reports and analysis by international news agencies or statements from the organizations themselves

Leading mediator in Gaza conflict by end of 2025?

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Other • 25%

United States • 25%

Egypt • 25%

Qatar • 25%

Reports from international news agencies and official statements from involved mediators

Primary facilitator of humanitarian aid to Gaza by March 31, 2025?

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United Nations • 25%

Red Cross • 25%

UNRWA • 25%

Other • 25%

Reports from international news agencies and official statements from involved organizations

Primary international focus on Gaza by June 30, 2025?

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Other • 25%

Ceasefire enforcement • 25%

Humanitarian aid • 25%

Two-state solution • 25%

Analysis from international news agencies and reports from international organizations

Primary Outcome of Israeli-Palestinian Negotiations by End of 2025

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Resolution / Starting Odds

No Significant Agreement • 25%

Other Outcome • 25%

Two-State Solution Agreement • 25%

Prolonged Ceasefire Agreement • 25%

Official statements from Israeli and Palestinian authorities or international mediators

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