Trump announces Israel-Hamas peace deal; Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem welcomes news of peace with ‘joy’; Gaza priest hopes ‘Gaza Calvary is coming to an end’; Calls for Trump to receive Nobel Peace Prize circulate; Independent journalists brief Trump on how domestic terrorists operate; POTUS moves to declare Antifa ‘Foreign Terror Organization’; Pope Leo’s first Apostolic Exhortation published today; People the world over continue to pray the Rosary for peace; and more —
Trump announces Hamas and Israel have agreed to first phase of Gaza peace deal
President Donald Trump announced in a social media post on Wednesday that Hamas and Israel have signed off on the first phase of a peace deal in Gaza.
“This means that all of the Hostages will be released very soon, and Israel will withdraw their Troops to an agreed upon line as the first steps toward a Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace. All Parties will be treated fairly!” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“This is a GREAT Day for the Arab and Muslim World, Israel, all surrounding Nations, and the United States of America, and we thank the mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey, who worked with us to make this Historic and Unprecedented Event happen. BLESSED ARE THE PEACEMAKERS,” he added.
Read more at Just the News
Trump’s announcement of Israel-Hamas agreement on Truth Social
See @CatholicArena
Trump comments on the Gaza Peace Deal
Listen @Breaking911
Cdl. Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, welcomes announcement of Gaza agreement
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem welcomes with joy the announcement of an agreement that envisages a cessation of the attacks in the Gaza Strip and the immediate release of the hostages, as well as that of Palestinian prisoners.
The Patriarchate ardently hopes that this accord will be fully and faithfully implemented, so that it may mark the beginning of the end of this terrible war. It also stresses the absolute urgency of immediate humanitarian relief and the unconditional entry of sufficient aid to Gaza’s suffering population. Above all, the Patriarchate prays that this step may open a path of healing and reconciliation for both Palestinians and Israelis. …
Read more at the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem
Cdl. Pizzaballa renews Pope Leo’s call for prayers for peace on Oct 11
See @MLJHaynes
Gaza Priest: “We hope that the Gaza Calvary is coming to an end”
An Italian News Service is reporting that Fr Gabriel Romanelli of the Holy Family Church in Gaza City is hoping ‘the Gaza Calvary is coming to an end.’
The news service reports that currently about 450 Christians have found refuge at Holy Cross Parish and are assisted by Fr. Romanelli, alongside Fr. Youssef Asaad and Fr. Carlos Ferrero, together with the nuns of the Incarnate Word (Ive) and those of Mother Teresa. They all take care of numerous severely disabled and intransportable children.
Fr. Romanelli reports that Israeli military operations continue on the ground, including air strikes and bombings in several areas cause further civilian casualties, displacement, and the destruction of infrastructure.
“However,” adds Fr. Romanelli, “there are voices here announcing a possible agreement. We hope for the best. And we truly hope that the inhabitants of Gaza can stay and live here and rebuild their lives. For our part, we are fine, but we are tired and exhausted. We continue to work, to pray, to do good for everyone, to be instruments of peace.”
Read at SIR Information Agency (translation available)
Historic moment when Rubio informs POTUS peace deal in Gaza is close
See @visegrad24
Hostage family members thank Trump for ceasefire deal
Watch @MAGAVoice
The case for Trump winning a Nobel Peace Prize
President Donald Trump has said he deserves a Nobel Peace Prize, which eluded him during his first administration, but he’ll find out on Friday if he finally got selected for the prestigious award.
Trump would be only the fifth U.S. president to win a Nobel Peace Prize, following in the footsteps of former Presidents Barack Obama, Jimmy Carter, Woodrow Wilson, and Teddy Roosevelt.
The 2025 winner will be announced this Friday at 5 a.m. and presented with the award on Dec. 10 during a ceremony in Oslo, Norway. …
He’s also said he doesn’t believe he’ll get it even though he believes he deserves it.
Read more at the Washington Examiner
Trump hosts ‘Roundtable on Antifa’: Independent journalist explains
Watch @choeshow
Posobiec introduces journalists participating in WH Roundtable on Antifa
Watch @JohnMcCloy
Andy Ngo expresses gratitude to POTUS for hosting Roundtable on Antifa
Watch @BrandiKruse
Highlight of Antifa Roundtable: Brandi Kruse
Watch @townhallcom
Highlight of the Antifa Roundtable: Katie Daviscourt
Watch @townhallcom
Highlight of Antifa Roundtable: Savannah Hernandez
Watch @GuntherEagleman
Highlight of Antifa Roundtable: Nick Shirley
Watch @EricLDaugh
Jack Posobiec spotted with his Rosary at Antifa Roundtable
See @CforCatholics
Trump orders Rubio to designate Antifa as Foreign Terrorist Organization during Roundtable
Watch @EricLDaugh
White House posts video of entire Roundtable
Watch @WhiteHouse
Pope Leo issues first apostolic exhortation: ‘Love for the poor is hallmark of faith’
See @Pontifex; see also Per Mariam
Vatican analyst weighs in on Pope Leo’s Dilexi te
Two Protestant men take up challenge of saying Rosary every day this month
See @RosaryQuotes123
Reminder: Pope Leo invites all to pray the daily Rosary for peace in October
See @Theotokos_Books
