Pope Francis calls for humanitarian corridors to help those under siege in Gaza

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Sweet and Spicy: what's the buzz on honey infusions? | SaltWireVATICAN CITY - Pope Francis on Sunday called for humanitarian corridors to help those under siege in Gaza and renewed his appeal for the release of hostages held by militant Islamist group Hamas.

"I strongly ask that the children, the sick, the elderly, women and all civilians do not become victims of the conflict," the Pope said during his weekly address to the crowds in St. Peter's square.

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