Pope Leo XIV. warns of ‘new senseless slaughter’ in Europe

Pope Leo XIV. wraps up his tour of France with a visit to the eastern city of Metz, near the border with Germany. There he called for “courage in negotiation” and compromise to help bring an end to war in Europe.

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Pope Leo concluded his four-day visit to France with a stop in Metz near the German border, where he met religious leaders and French President Emmanuel Macron. Speaking at an interfaith gathering, the pope called for messages of peace and unity. Later, he and Macron discussed Europe’s role in addressing global conflicts, with both leaders urging dialogue and cooperation over division and nationalism. The visit ended with a Mass at Metz Cathedral before Pope Leo returned to the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV waves to the crowd from the Papamobile
Image: Kiran Ridley/AFP

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