Pope Leo XIV delivered a powerful Easter message where he called on world leaders to end wars and choose peace instead of violence, during his address from St. Peter’s Basilica.
Speaking to thousands gathered for Easter Sunday, the Pope urged leaders around the world to lay down weapons and pursue dialogue instead of conflict.
Although he did not mention anyone by name directly in the speech, the message came during rising tensions involving President Donald Trump and the ongoing conflict with Iran, leading many to believe the comments were aimed at world leaders pushing military action.
In his speech, the Pope warned that the world is becoming too used to violence and war, and said true strength comes from peace and cooperation, not domination or power.
He also emphasized that Easter should be a time of hope, peace, and renewal, rather than conflict and suffering around the world.
The Pope has been increasingly vocal about global conflicts in recent months and has previously urged world leaders, including the United States, to find peaceful solutions instead of escalating wars.
His Easter address came on the same day that political leaders also made statements about the ongoing conflict, highlighting the growing divide between calls for peace and military action.
The speech has since gained global attention, with many interpreting it as a clear message to world leaders about the dangers of war.
