The religious ceremony, held at the Metropolitan Cathedral, was attended by the President of the Republic, Gabriel Boric, members of the National Congress, ministers, high-ranking police and armed forces officials, and presidential candidates.

“How can we not ask for forgiveness for the tragedy unfolding in the Middle East, especially in Gaza and so many other places?” the prelate asked.

According to official data, since the beginning of the Israeli attacks and bombings against the Palestinian enclave almost two years ago, more than 65,000 people have died, mostly women and children, and the number of wounded has risen to 165,700.

“Every drop of blood shed is a cry to heaven and cannot leave us indifferent,” the Cardinal expressed.

In the Te Deum, Chomali warned that Latin America and the world are going through times of uncertainty and violence due to corruption, drug trafficking, and organized crime that undermine our coexistence.

“It is a failure of society that citizens are locked in their homes for fear of criminals, who are increasingly violent and younger,” he said.

The Cardinal emphasized the importance of education as a foundation for Chile’s future: “Only through calm and serene study, which seeks to The truth is, it will be possible to overcome violence in all its forms, particularly that which is experienced not only in our country, but also around the world,” he said.

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