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Pope welcomes ceasefire, says only negotiation can end war
Pope Leo XIV yesterday welcomed the announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the Iran war and urged negotiation and prayer to end the war in the Middle East. Source: EWTN News.
Christians called to become ‘living stones’ of reconciliation
At the Easter Vigil Mass in the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa said that “Jerusalem, a city marked by the memory of death, and today by so many divisions, becomes the place where life is proclaimed”. Source: Vatican News.
Vatican Secretary of State says war on Iran not a just war
Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State, said yesterday that the US-Israel war on Iran does not meet the Catholic Church’s criteria for a just war. Source: EWTN News.
Humanitarian situation in Lebanon deteriorating rapidly
Caritas Australia reports the humanitarian situation in Lebanon continues to deteriorate rapidly, with mass displacement, mounting civilian casualties, and growing constraints on humanitarian access following renewed escalation earlier this month.
Vatican secretary of state calls for end to Iran war
Cardinal Pietro Parolin has urged an immediate halt to escalating conflict involving Iran, warning that the risk of a broader war in the Middle East is imminent and calling on world leaders to pursue dialogue and diplomacy instead of military action. Source: EWTN News.
Using God’s name to justify war a grave sin: Cardinal Pizzaballa
Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa says the use of God’s name to justify war is a grave sin, stressing that God is present with those who suffer and die in conflict, not with those who exploit religion for political ends. Source: OSV News.
Pope, Palestine president discuss Middle East
Pope Leo XIV and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas spoke over the phone on Monday to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East, with the Pope reiterating the need for peaceful dialogue amid escalating conflict. Source: Crux.
Catholic Religious join calls for immediate ceasefire in Middle East
In light of escalating conflict in the Middle East, Catholic Religious Australia has repeated the plea of Pope Leo XIV, and of all women and men of good will, for an immediate ceasefire and a renewed commitment to dialogue.
Pope appeals for end to Middle East violence
Pope Leo XIV yesterday urged those responsible for the escalating war in the Middle East to declare a ceasefire and open paths of dialogue, warning that violence can never lead to justice or peace. Source: EWTN News.