Archbishop of Canterbury Resigns Amid Controversy and Criticism

Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, has resigned following revelations of a long-standing abuse scandal involving his colleague John Smyth. Welby, who has been criticized for his political statements against Israel, acknowledged his failure to address the abuse allegations adequately. His resignation comes amid controversy over his comments on Israel's actions in the West Bank and Gaza, which have drawn criticism from Jewish leaders and others. Welby's political interventions have been seen as increasingly divisive, particularly in the context of the ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict.