Madonna urges Pope Francis to intervene and help end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling for urgent action and peace efforts.
At midnight on 12 August 2025, in Hamilton, Canada, Madonna posted an appeal on Instagram addressed to Pope Leo XIV, urging him to bring hope and comfort to the children of Gaza before it is too late. She expressed that, as a mother, it is heartbreaking to witness the suffering of Gaza’s children and reminded that all the world’s children are a collective responsibility. She noted that the Pope is the only person who can enter Gaza without obstruction and stressed that there is no time left to save the children. In her message, Madonna called for the immediate opening of humanitarian routes to assist the innocent victims and ended with the plea, “Please say you will go. Love, Madonna.” She connected this appeal to her son Rocco’s birthday, describing it as the best gift she could give him — a gesture aimed at protecting children caught in the conflict. She clarified that her message was not politically motivated and that meaningful change stems from human compassion, not politics. Mado...