Pope Leo XIV has welcomed a newly announced two-week ceasefire in the ongoing Iran war, just hours after condemning remarks made by Donald Trump as “unacceptable.”
Speaking during his weekly general audience at the Vatican, the pontiff described the truce as a positive and necessary step amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
According to Times of Israel, he expressed hope that the temporary pause in hostilities could pave the way for broader diplomatic efforts to end the conflict permanently.
“In light of these past hours of great tension for the Middle East and for the whole world, I welcome with satisfaction the announcement of an immediate two-week truce,” the pope said.
He emphasized that dialogue remains the only viable path to lasting peace, adding that “only through a return to negotiation can an end to the war be achieved.”
The pope’s remarks came shortly after he publicly criticized Trump’s warning to Iran, in which the US leader threatened catastrophic consequences if Tehran failed to comply with demands for a ceasefire.
Reacting to the statement, Leo described such rhetoric as “truly unacceptable,” signaling his growing concern over the tone and direction of the conflict.
In recent weeks, Pope Leo XIV has increasingly positioned himself as a vocal advocate for peace, carefully but firmly addressing developments in the war.
His latest comments reflect both cautious optimism over the ceasefire and a continued call for restraint from global leaders.
As the two-week truce begins, the pope urged all parties involved to seize the opportunity to engage in meaningful negotiations and work toward a comprehensive resolution, warning that continued escalation would have serious consequences not just for the region, but for the entire world…..See More
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