NPR · 6 Jun 2026
Pope Leo says war with Iran is not a 'just war'
Pope Leo XIV said the war in Iran does not qualify as a "just war" according to Catholic teaching, while answering questions by journalists aboard the papal plane for his six-day visit to Spain.
AI Translated Summary:
Pope Leo XIV declared that the ongoing conflict in Iran fails to meet the criteria of a 'just war' as defined by Catholic doctrine. His remarks were made during a press conference while traveling to Spain.
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