Religious leaders gather in Assisi for international peace meeting

Representatives of major religions, cultural figures, and civil society members gathered in Bastia Umbra for the international meeting "Disarmed and Disarming Peace." Promoted by the Community of Sant'Egidio, the event began on October 26 and continues through Tuesday, October 27. The gathering includes forums, meetings, and prayer sessions intended to reaffirm the value of dialogue amid global conflict.

Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi, president of the Italian Episcopal Conference, told Vatican media that religions serve to disarm hearts. He noted that current challenges involve widespread war, increasing the need for religions to offer a signal of peace. The assembly follows an appeal for dialogue and peace made by Pope Leo XIV during the Angelus on Sunday, October 25.