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Pope Leo XIV Addresses Abuse, Euthanasia and Politics in Germany

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Pope Leo XIV addressed the issues of sexual abuse and euthanasia during his recent trip to France. While traveling back from the visit, the pope spoke to reporters about meeting with seven survivors of abuse in Lourdes.

The pope noted that several survivors discussed systemic abuse during their meeting. He described sexual abuse as a human problem that carries an additional dimension when it occurs within the Church because it wounds or destroys the faith of victims.

Regarding end-of-life issues, the pope spoke against the recent legalization of euthanasia in France. He stated that what is legal is not always moral and emphasized the Church's teaching on the defense of life. He noted that debates regarding end-of-life questions are ongoing in other European countries and parts of the world.

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