Pope Francis expressed his concern about the situation in various parts of the world during his weekly audience in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican. He referred to the conflicts in Palestine, Myanmar, and Ukraine, labeling the attacks in Palestine as "inhumane." The Supreme Pontiff urged the pursuit of peace and highlighted the tragedy that war represents, stating that "war is a defeat from the start."
The Pope also denounced the arms industry, criticizing the pursuit of economic profit through the manufacture of weapons. He emphasized that investments are currently being made in armaments factories, which he considered as "making money from death." Each week, the Pontiff reiterates his call for an end to hostilities in various conflict-ridden regions of the world.
In the same audience, the Pope greeted Christian faithful from Lebanon, a country that has been subjected to intense Israeli offensives in recent weeks. This conflict has also affected Christian areas in Lebanon, showcasing the complexity and severity of the situation in the region. Pope Francis continues to express his concern for global peace and for the territories affected by violence and armed clashes.
