Pope Leo XIV on Iran War: Calls for End to Violence

Pope Leo XIV expressed his deep concern about the war in Iran, following attacks by the US and Israel. He warned of the risk of escalating violence and called for an immediate end to hostilities.

In his address in St. Peter's Square, the Pope stressed that peace is not achieved through threats and weapons, but through rational dialogue. He called on all parties involved to take moral responsibility to stop the violence before it leads to an irreparable tragedy.

Pope Leo XIV prayed for nations to return to dialogue and promote peaceful coexistence based on justice.