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Leo XIV Pope on Iran: Peace not built with mutual threats or death-dealing arms

Devin Watkins/ vaticannews.va: Speaking at the Angelus on Sunday, Pope Leo XIV expressed “deep concern” over recent events in the Middle East and Iran.   “Stability and peace are not built with mutual threats, nor with weapons, which sow destruction, pain, and death, but only through a reasonable, authentic, and responsible dialogue,” he said.   The Pope warned of an immense tragedy if violence escalates out of control.   “Faced with the possib ...more

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By Fr. Dr. Rif’at Bader : This year, the blessed month of Ramadan for Muslims coincides with the Lenten Season ...more

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