Pope Prays for Peace, Urges Individual Action Against Violence

Pope Leo XIV urged an end to global conflict during a prayer for peace in the Vatican on Saturday, calling for an end to violence in war-torn regions. He stated that no one should be forced to flee their home due to the threat of bombs.

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The desire for power and verbal violence must give way to the desire for justice and truth.

"The desire for power and verbal violence must give way to the desire for justice and truth," the Pope appealed, adding that "innocent people must no longer shed more tears." He stressed that peace is achievable even in times of tension and conflict.

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innocent people must no longer shed more tears.

"It becomes possible when we decide to listen to the cries of those who are deprived of it: innocent children, suffering mothers and fathers, abused prisoners, refugees, and people of all ages who suffer," he said, noting that they all have "a single word on their lips: peace."

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Peace is possible even in these times of tension and conflict.

The Pope also addressed individuals, highlighting personal responsibility. He said everyone can contribute to a more peaceful society through small but important steps, such as refraining from verbal and physical violence in daily life and on social media.

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It becomes possible when we decide to listen to the cries of those who are deprived of it: innocent children, suffering mothers and fathers, abused prisoners, refugees, and people of all ages who suffer.