"Pope Leo XIV stated, 'military action will not create space for freedom' and emphasized that true freedom can only come from patient dialogue."
"During the 59th World Day of Peace, Leo called for 'unarmed and disarming peace, humble and persevering,' contrasting it with peace built on military strength."
"Leo criticized the 'collective punishment' and 'forced displacement' inflicted on Palestinians, highlighting the need for compassion and understanding in conflict."
"He urged the world to look to Jesus Christ as 'our peace,' reinforcing the message that love, not violence, should guide humanity."
Pope Leo XIV, elected on May 8, 2025, has made peace a central theme of his papacy. He opposes the war in the Middle East, criticizing the use of God's name to justify violence. Leo advocates for 'unarmed and disarming peace' and emphasizes that true freedom arises from dialogue, not military action. He has condemned collective punishment in Gaza and highlighted the importance of human dignity in his calls for peace, echoing the sentiments of previous popes regarding the futility of war.
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