Pope Leo XIV decries recent intensification of attacks in Ukraine
During his Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace following the latest Russian attacks on Ukraine, stressing that war does not solve problems; it worsens them, for “wherever missiles and drones fall, hopes also collapse; homes and places of worship are destroyed, and innocent lives are shattered.”
“I follow with concern the war in Ukraine, which has sharply intensified in recent days. I wish to express my closeness to all those suffering because of the recent attacks, including those against civilians.”
Pope Leo XIV gave this reassurance at the conclusion of his Wednesday General Audience on May 27, following a new wave of Russian attacks on Ukraine.
“War,” the Pope appealed, “does not solve problems; it worsens them. It does not build security but multiplies suffering and hatred.”
“Wherever missiles and drones fall, hopes also collapse; homes and places of worship are destroyed, and innocent lives are shattered,” he said, entrusting all peoples wounded by war to the protection of the Virgin Mary, Queen of Peace.
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