Tag: Iran

Leo expresses hopes for peace in Middle East as the US and Iran prepare to sign an agreement, and appeals for an end to the war in Ukraine

Pakistan pursues mediation in US–Iran war, with Church figures urging dialogue, compromise, and renewed efforts to prevent escalation

Leo asks "people of goodwill to always search for peace and reject war," calls for return to negotiating table to pursue peaceful solutions

“We cannot remain silent in the face of the suffering of so many people, innocent victims of these conflicts,” the pontiff said

Conflicts across regions deepen fear and suffering, as Church leader urges humility, dialogue, and renewed commitment to human dignity

Concerns mount over how war is framed as suffering deepens and global political, economic, and humanitarian pressures continue to rise

Pope Leo XIV renews appeal for ceasefire, warning Middle East war has killed thousands and displaced countless civilians

Oil prices surge after U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, triggering Asian market losses and raising fears of higher energy costs

Church social action arm says oil-driven conflicts deepen instability and economic hardship, calling for urgent renewable energy transition

Pope Leo XIV, outside the residence of Villa Barberini, once again repeating his appeal to “work for peace” and to “promote dialogue”