Spurning “Just War” Doctrine, Pope Leo Moves to End Catholic ‘Permission Slip’ for Armed Conflict

Vatican Signals Major Shift in Teaching on War Pope Leo has called for a dramatic reassessment of the Catholic Church’s long-standing “just war” doctrine, signaling what Vatican observers describe as one of the most significant theological shifts in modern Church history. In a recent address to diplomats and religious leaders at the Vatican, the pontiff […]

Pope Leo XIV Denounces Rise of Nationalism, Calls for Global Reconciliation

Pope Leo XIV Denounces Rise of Nationalism, Calls for Global Reconciliation

Pope Leo XIV on Sunday issued a strong message against the global rise of nationalist political movements, urging world leaders and citizens to embrace reconciliation, dialogue, and unity over division. Speaking before tens of thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square for Pentecost Mass, the pontiff warned that nationalism risks “eroding the bonds of fraternity and […]

Pope Leo XIV Calls for Global Peace in First Public Address at Vatican

Pope Leo XIV Calls for Global Peace in First Public Address at Vatican

New Pontiff uses historic Sunday appearance to call for an end to war and promote unity among nations VATICAN CITY — In a powerful and widely anticipated moment, Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Sunday address from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, using the occasion to issue an emotional appeal for peace across war-torn […]