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Pope Leo Calls War A Failure Of Diplomacy Amid Israel-Iran Escalation

He stressed that peace requires diplomatic courage, ethical responsibility and a commitment to dialogue.

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Pope Leo XIV (Pic via @NEWSMAX)

Pope Leo XIV condemned war as a “painful defeat” of diplomacy and urged world leaders to resolve conflicts through negotiation and international law during a historic address to Spain’s parliament, according to CNN.

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Speaking in Madrid as Israel and Iran exchanged some of their heaviest strikes since the April truce, the pope said the world is facing a deep spiritual and cultural crisis marked by violence, polarization and growing distrust.

He stressed that peace requires diplomatic courage, ethical responsibility and a commitment to dialogue.

The report said Pope Leo also warned against excessive military spending and called on political leaders to avoid demonizing opponents. He urged governments to uphold human dignity, particularly in addressing migration challenges and protecting vulnerable populations.

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Separately, the pope addressed clergy sexual abuse, describing it as a serious scourge that requires truth, justice, reparations and stronger prevention efforts. He called on church leaders to listen to survivors and support their healing.

Leo also reaffirmed the Catholic Church’s defense of human life from conception to natural death and emphasized the role of faith in public life.

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