On October 7, one year after the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, the Holy Father addressed a letter to the population living in the region. In this message, Pope Francis calls for an end to the war and calls for awareness of the current seriousness of this conflict situation:

"For all of us, may the Jubilee be an opportunity to be renewed in hope"

"Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified, has been raised!"

The Letter of condolences addressed by His Holiness Pope Francis to His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Amir the State of Kuwait, upon the demise of the late Amir, His Highness Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

Addressing the crowds in Saint Peter's Square following the Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis addressed the very serious situation in Israel and Palestine, underscoring his closeness to all those suffering, Palestinians and Israelis. He said he remembers and prays for them every day, and he offers them his "embrace" at "this dark moment."

At the Angelus on Sunday, 5th November, the Holy Father made the following appeal for peace:

A Church that involves everyone and is close to world's wounds

Christians and Muslims: Promoters of Love and Friendship

The Pope received at the Vatican the signatories of the 'Rome Call' document on the ethical use of artificial intelligence. Delegations from Muslim countries were also present, for a shared approach to the non-discriminatory use of technology.