Madonna has urged Pope Leo XIV to visit Gaza and bring hope to the suffering children, calling him “the only one who cannot be denied entry.” She emphasized the urgent need to fully open humanitarian aid to save innocent lives, BBC reported.

International bodies warn that famine is worsening in Gaza, with the UN saying aid deliveries remain far below what’s needed due to delays at Israeli-controlled borders. Israel denies starvation claims.

Pope Leo XIV has called for a ceasefire and respect for humanitarian law after civilians were killed in an Israeli strike. Madonna’s plea reflects her deep concern as a mother and her ongoing calls for peace, according to BBC.

Meanwhile, U2’s Bono condemned violence on both sides and urged the release of hostages. The conflict has caused tens of thousands of deaths and severe malnutrition in Gaza.