Pope Leo XIV. called for an end to violence in conflict-affected regions of the world on Saturday during a prayer for peace in the Vatican. TASR informs about it according to the DPA agency.
- Pope Leo the Fourteenth called for an end to world violence in the Vatican.
- He emphasized that no one should run away from bombs and war from home.
- The desire for power must give way to justice, truth and ending the suffering of the innocent.
- He declared that peace is possible even during the current global conflicts.
- Each person bears personal responsibility and should limit verbal and physical violence.
No one should be forced to flee their home because of a bomb threatthe Pope said. The desire for power and verbal violence must give way to the desire for justice and truth, he appealed, saying that the innocent must not shed any more tears.
Peace is possible even in these times of tension and conflict, emphasized Leo XIV. “It becomes possible when we choose to listen to the cry of those who are ready for it: innocent children, suffering mothers and fathers, abused prisoners, refugees and people of all ages who suffer.” he said. They all “have one word on their lips: peace,” he said.
The Pope also addressed individuals, saying that everyone bears personal responsibility. All people can contribute to a more peaceful society even with small but important steps, he said and mentioned refraining from verbal and physical violence, in everyday life or on social networks.
