Vatican diplomat calls for total elimination of nuclear weapons (Holy See Mission)

Archbishop Christophe-Zakhia El-Kassis, the apostolic nuncio and Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, called for the total elimination of nuclear weapons during a recent UN committee meeting.

The Archbishop stated that reducing nuclear risks is necessary but does not serve as a substitute for disarmament. He noted that the current deterioration of international security does not justify an increased reliance on nuclear weapons, but instead makes the pursuit of their elimination more urgent. He also expressed concern regarding the current nuclear landscape.