Q: What is the Pontifical Swiss Guard investigating?
A: The Pontifical Swiss Guard is investigating an alleged act of antisemitism committed by one of its guards against two Jewish women in St. Peter’s Square.
Q: Who reported the alleged antisemitic act?
A: Israeli writer and theater director Michal Govrin reported the incident, stating a Swiss Guard “hissed at” her and a colleague, saying “les juifs, the Jews,” and made a spitting gesture with contempt.
Q: When did the alleged incident occur?
A: The incident reportedly took place during Pope Leo XIV’s Oct. 29 general audience, which commemorated the 60th anniversary of Nostra Aetate.
Q: What is a key focus of the investigation?
A: The preliminary investigation suggests the complaint stems from a dispute regarding a request for a photograph while the guard was on duty, as guards are prohibited from taking photos.
Q: What is the official stance of the Pontifical Swiss Guard regarding antisemitism?
A: The Pontifical Swiss Guard firmly distances itself from any expression or act of antisemitism.
Q: What did Pope Leo XIV emphasize during the general audience?
A: Pope Leo XIV emphasized that the Church does not tolerate acts of antisemitism in any form and reiterated the Holy See’s commitment to friendship and respect towards Jewish people.
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