Pope Leo calls for an end to wars around the world
Pope Leo. Photo: Vatican News
On May 11, 2025, during his first Regina Coeli address, Pope Leo issued a strong appeal for an end to all armed conflicts around the world, reports Vatican News.
"In today’s dramatic context of a third world war fought piecemeal ... I too appeal to the powerful of the world by repeating these ever-relevant words: never again war!" declared Pope Leo, continuing the peace-oriented legacy of his predecessor.
In his address, the Pope recalled the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, which “claimed the lives of 60 million people”.
He gave particular attention to the situation in Ukraine. “I carry in my heart the suffering of the beloved Ukrainian people,” he said, urging that "every effort be made to reach a true, just, and lasting peace as soon as possible". The Pontiff also stressed the need to free all prisoners and reunite children with their families.
Earlier, the UOJ analyzed what Pope Leo’s pontificate might be like.
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