Israel’s orders to remove official posts expressing condolences on the death of Pope Francis has sparked outrage among international observers and stirred controversy among Israeli ambassadors.
In several now-deleted posts, accounts belonging to the Israeli foreign ministry in various countries mourned the pontiff’s death on X following the announcement of his passing, writing: “Rest in peace, Pope Francis. May his memory be a blessing.”
Many users have criticised the decision, with some calling it offensive to Catholics around the world.
Several Israeli ambassadors echoed these sentiments, with the Israeli daily Yedioth Ahronoth reporting that the removal of the post has sparked “internal resentment” over the ministry’s handling of the announcement. ….more
