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Pope Leo XIV calls France to be 'an untiring artisan of peace and multilateralism'

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Pope Leo XIV called on France to act as a tireless artisan of peace and multilateralism during a meeting with authorities at the Élysée Palace. On the first day of his apostolic visit to Paris, the pope met with President Emmanuel Macron and members of the diplomatic corps.

The pope encouraged France to use its values of liberty, equality, and fraternity to serve the dignity of every person. He noted that the country has a vocation to maintain peace and multilateralism in the face of global crises and military conflicts.

During his remarks, the pope praised the religious and cultural heritage of France, mentioning its cathedral schools, universities, and academies as essential places for seeking truth. He also noted his own Norman and Béarnese family origins while acknowledging the country's role as a cultural and spiritual light.

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  1. Sep 25, 4:45 AM Vatican News Français Léon XIV appelle la France à être «un artisan infatigable de paix et de multilatéralisme»
  2. Sep 25, 5:14 AM ZENIT News Agency Français Le Saint-Père appelle la France à être « un artisan infatigable de paix »

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