Pope Leo XIV Labels War Makers as Thieves Stealing Our Future

In his Angelus address on April 26, Pope Leo XIV condemned those who wage war and exploit the planet’s resources as “thieves” robbing humanity of a peaceful tomorrow. He spoke on the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster and urged global leaders to act with wisdom and responsibility. The Pontiff warned that powerful technologies—especially nuclear energy—must serve life and peace. He cited the ongoing conflict in Ukraine as a stark reminder of how modern infrastructure is at risk. Drawing on the Gospel’s metaphor of a sheep thief, Pope Leo expanded his critique to include consumerism, prejudice, and violent conflict. He called on decision makers to prioritize stewardship of the earth and the common good.

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