Leone XIV in Francia. Mons. Ballot (Merz): “aprirà i cuori alla pace”

In brief

Pope Leo XIV will visit France to speak on symbolic ground about the challenge of peace, according to Archbishop Philippe Ballot of Metz.

Archbishop Ballot said the Pope's visit demonstrates that peace remains a possible reality even in areas affected by war. He noted that for Pope Leo XIV, peace is a current challenge that requires active engagement.