Pope Leo XIV has warned Donald Trump while strongly condemning ongoing military operations by the United States and Israel against Iran, insisting that war can never produce lasting peace.
The Pope’s statement comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East following coordinated strikes on Iranian targets, a development that has raised global fears of a wider regional conflict.
The Vatican has repeatedly expressed concern over the escalating violence and its potential humanitarian consequences.
In his remarks, Pope Leo XIV rejected the use of military force as a solution to international disputes, stressing that violence only deepens instability and suffering.
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He urged world leaders to embrace dialogue and diplomacy, arguing that sustainable peace can only be achieved through cooperation rather than confrontation.
The pontiff also cautioned against linking faith to warfare, insisting that religious teachings cannot be used to justify acts of violence.
He emphasized that followers of Christ must stand firmly on the side of peace, not destruction.
His comments come as U.S. officials continue to defend the strikes, describing them as necessary for regional security.
The sharp contrast between the Vatican’s call for restraint and Washington’s military position has further intensified global debate over the crisis.
The Pope’s message has drawn widespread attention internationally, with many viewing it as a strong moral rebuke of the growing reliance on military force in resolving geopolitical tensions.
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