Pope Leo XIV Criticizes U.S.-Israeli Actions in Iran, Calls for Peace
Pope Leo XIV has issued a strong condemnation of the 'delusion of omnipotence' driving the U.S.-Israeli military actions in Iran. During a prayer service at St. Peter's Basilica, the Pope urged political leaders to cease hostilities and engage in peace negotiations. His remarks coincide with the start of U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan, aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict. The Pope's message, while not directly naming the U.S. or President Trump, was seen as a critique of the military strategies justified by religious rhetoric. The Vatican is particularly concerned about the conflict's impact on Christian communities in the region. 
