Pope Leo XIV Calls War on Iran a ‘Scandal to Humanity’ and Urges Ceasefire

After his weekly Angelus prayer in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV spoke out against the recent conflict involving Iran. He described the resulting deaths and suffering as a “scandal to the whole human family” and a cry before God. The pontiff renewed his appeal for an immediate ceasefire. “We cannot remain silent in the face of the suffering of so many defenseless victims,” he said during his address to thousands of pilgrims. Pope Leo XIV encouraged all people to persevere in prayer so that hostilities may end and genuine dialogue, rooted in respect for every human life, can open the way to lasting peace.

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