Pope Leo XIV Denounces Religious Justifications for War in Video Message
In a video message to religious leaders in Assisi, Pope Leo XIV declared that there is 'no such thing as a holy war,' emphasizing the need for peace. The message comes as he recovers from lung cancer surgery and marks the 40th anniversary of an interfaith peace meeting.
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Pope says ‘there is no such thing as a holy war’ in message to religious leaders
Pope says ‘there is no such thing as a holy war’ in message to religious leaders
Pope says ‘there is no such thing as a holy war’ in message to religious leaders
Pope says ‘there is no such thing as a holy war’ in message to religious leaders
Pope says 'there is no such thing as a holy war' in message to religious leaders
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