Pope Leo XIV calls U.S.-Israel war 'delusion of omnipotence,' demands peace talks
Pope Leo XIV on Saturday denounced the U.S.-Israel war in Iran as a "delusion of omnipotence" and called on world leaders to reject war as a way to solve conflicts. He urged political leaders to stop fighting and negotiate peace instead.
Pope Leo XIV delivered his strongest criticism yet of the ongoing U.S.-Israel war in Iran on Saturday, calling it a "delusion of omnipotence" and demanding that political leaders pursue peace talks.
The Pope said the Iran war, which "many people have said is an unjust war," continues to escalate without resolving anything. He pointed to a worldwide economic crisis, energy crisis, and Middle East instability that is "only provoking more hatred throughout the world."
During a prayer vigil for peace, Pope Leo XIV said world citizens have a responsibility "to reject war, not only in word, but in deed." He urged people to call on their leaders to "sit at the table of dialogue" instead of planning "arms and death."
The Pope's comments represent his most direct challenge to the military actions of the U.S. and Israel. His call for ordinary citizens to pressure their governments adds a grassroots element to his peace campaign.
The Pope's strong words put pressure on world leaders during an escalating Middle East conflict. His call for citizens to demand peace from their governments could influence public opinion about the war.
Watch for responses from U.S. and Israeli officials to the Pope's criticism and any organized peace movements following his call to action.
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