Civilians in Gaza Appeal to Pope Benedict XVI for Support

(05 Jan 08-RV) Tens of thousands of Palestinians were confined to their homes and carefully rationing dwindling food supplies in the West Bank town of Nablus today as an Israeli sweep for wanted militants entered its fourth day. Palestinian officials said more than 40 people have been wounded in the operation. Meanwhile, the only Catholic priest in Gaza, Father Musallam, earlier this week sent a letter to Pope Benedict XVI asking for support and prayers for th eChristian and Muslim Civilians who are caught up the middle of the unrest…