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Pope Leo XIV urged for an end to global violence during a Catholic feast day coinciding with a significant U.S.-Russia summit regarding the Ukraine war. While he did not directly address the Alaska meeting between President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin, he emphasized the importance of dialogue and peace, expressing concern over the rising violence in the world. During his remarks, he referenced the words of Pope Pius XII, who hoped for the cessation of war during World War II, noting their relevance in today’s context.
The pope prayed for a hopeful future, stating that society must resist accepting violence as a norm. He also highlighted the importance of peaceful dialogue, having previously engaged with both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In tandem, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, the leader of Orthodox Christians, prayed for the summit’s success, urging leaders to pursue peace and justice.
Pope Leo celebrated the feast day from Castel Gandolfo, where he has been vacationing. He reflected on the need for solutions to ongoing conflicts and called for immediate measures to end bloodshed, expressing hope for a cease-fire from the summit discussions. As he approaches his 100th day in office, he planned to visit impoverished communities in the Albano diocese, marking his commitment to social outreach before concluding his extended summer retreat.
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Pope Leo XIV prays for peace as US-Russia summit over Ukraine war gets underway
