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Pope Leo XIV says wars are senseless

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV told journalists that wars are senseless and urged Russia and Ukraine to engage in dialogue.

Speaking during a flight from Metz to Rome at the conclusion of his trip to France, the Pope addressed global conflicts and the economic interests that support them. He stated that while a small number of people profit from the arms industry, those billions of dollars could instead be used to address issues like world hunger. Pope Leo XIV noted that the Church continues to speak out by proclaiming the Gospel.

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  1. Sep 28, 1:00 PM Vatican News Pope: Wars are senseless; Russia and Ukraine should sit down to talk
  2. Sep 28, 12:00 PM Diocese of Hallam Pope: Wars are senseless; Russia and Ukraine should sit down to talk

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