Dario Salvi

At least 963 Palestinians have had to flee their homes since 7 October compared to 480 in the previous 21 months. In just over a month, 185 settler attacks were reported in more than 84 towns and villages. For B'Tselem, the government and settlers want to "Judaize Area C." Lapid slams Netanyahu as unfit to govern, calls for a government of national rehabilitation led by another Likud leader.

Gaza’s small Christian community lost at least two members in the past few days. A well-known elderly woman was killed while trying to retrieve personal effects from home, and an elderly ill man died from the lack of medical care. The Israeli army raided the al-Shifa hospital. Tragic stories continue to arrive from the Anglican al-Ahli Hospital. Anglican Archbishop Hosam Naoum appeals for peace.

A survey in early November by the Israel Democracy Institute sees Israelis feel closer to their country, the highest level since 2003. Optimism in the Arab population is up, the desire to migrate is waning. The Israeli military confirms the death of a female soldier held by Hamas, hit by friendly fire during an airstrike.

Msgr. Martinelli on the appointment that in a fortnight in Dubai will also see the presence of Pope Francis. Ecology and climate become "an element of catechesis" today, especially in the land of Arabia. A document of religious leaders has already been drawn up in Abu Dhabi. Faiths can "converge on ecological issues", finding "fertile ground for encounter, confrontation, dialogue and knowledge" that also embraces "spiritual and doctrinal heritage".

More than a month after the start of the conflict between Israel and Hamas, GDP in the West Bank and the Strip has dropped by 4%. The UN report also speaks of 400,000 new poor, which could rise to 600,000 if the war continues beyond the end of the year. In Jerusalem, the Latin Patriarchate promotes a prayer to ask for an end to the violence. Card. Pizzaballa: 'do not lose hope'.

The man and his wife were returning home after visiting neighbours. The murder took place at 11 pm; the elderly man was hit by five bullets and died in hospital. For some local politicians, a campaign is underway to "frighten, intimidate and drive away Syriacs”.

The election is scheduled for 10 December and will cover all 18 district councils in the former British colony. Only pro-Beijing candidates will be present. For the democrats' president Lo Kin-hei, the new rules endorse an imbalance of power and strength. The Chief Executive calls the new rules fair and open.

As in the days of Isis, the conflict threatens to inflame the squares of Muslim-majority nations. With the exception of Thailand, the countries in the region close to the Palestinians and Gaza; thousands of people in the streets shouting 'Allah Akhbar'. The war in the Strip fought on Tik Tok with fake news and fake profiles.

The surge in demand is driving the rise in occupancy and room rates. Mid-range and top-tier hotels, which are among the most profitable, are experiencing further growth. The situation of the budget hotels, which suffered the highest losses during COVID-19, is also improving.

Francis celebrated Mass in St Peter's Basilica, in remembrance of the late pope emeritus, and all the cardinals and bishops who died over the past year. Speaking about Benedict XVI, he said his predecessor described himself as a "humble labourer in the vineyard of the Lord" in order “to serve, not to be served." For Francis, "compassion and humility" are key words. Orphans, widows and strangers are the “most alone and forsaken", and therefore the "dearest" to the Lord.

Great attention is focused on the 'northern' front due to the possible involvement of Lebanon and Syria. The fear is that the conflict could inflame the Muslim square and involve other movements, starting with Hezbollah. Today at 3pm in Beirut Nasrallah's awaited speech. The local Church responds to the war with prayer and fasting.

Today's news: Overnight clashes in Gaza, the US Secretary of State in Israel to mediate a humanitarian concerns; Zhou Shuzhuang, one of the founders of the 'Tiananmen Mothers' died yesterday in Beijing without ever getting answers or justice for her son killed in the massacre; Rebel groups wrest a strategic border area in Shan State from the Burmese army; At least 27 dead in a fire at a rehabilitation centre for drug addicts in northern Iran; Elections in Pakistan postponed to 8 February; Abu Mazen's visit to Russia is 'on the agenda' but without a specific date; Pro-polygamy propaganda punished in Uzbekistan.