Despite heavy rain in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, thousands of pilgrims gathered for the Angelus prayer led by Pope Leo XIV, where the central message focused on the growing humanitarian crisis caused by ongoing global conflicts.
In his homily, the Pope strongly condemned the continued violence in the Middle East and other war-affected regions, warning that the suffering of innocent civilians must not be ignored.
He stressed that the impact of war goes beyond borders, affecting the entire human family and demanding urgent global attention.
Pope Leo XIV described the escalating death toll, destruction, and human suffering as a moral crisis, calling it “a scandal to the human family and a cry before God.”
He urged world leaders and the international community to prioritize peace efforts through sincere dialogue, respect for human dignity, and an immediate end to hostilities.
The Pope’s remarks come amid rising casualties and worsening humanitarian conditions in conflict zones, underscoring the urgent need for coordinated international intervention and long-term solutions to prevent further loss of life.
Amid these concerns, the Pope also pointed to moments of hope, highlighting the Rome Marathon as a symbol of unity and peaceful coexistence among nations.
He noted that such global gatherings demonstrate the potential for solidarity, inclusion, and harmony even in times of crisis.
The address ultimately placed the spotlight on the urgent global issue of conflict and human suffering, with a renewed call for peace, accountability, and collective responsibility.
