Pope Leo XIV Urges Peace and Unity in Europe on Final Day of France Visit
Pope Leo XIV appealed for peace and unity in a speech in Metz, France, on the last day of his four-day visit, warning against rising incivility between states.
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Pope Leo XIV urged Europe to remember its Christian history and called for peace and unity in a speech delivered in the northeastern French city of Metz on Monday, the fourth and final day of his visit to France.
"Relations between individuals and states are becoming increasingly uncivilised," the pope said. "The value of keeping one's word is dismissed. Instead, people boast of lies and deceit."
He said Europe could help address this trend, framing his appeal around the continent's historical and religious identity, according to the address delivered in Metz.
The Metz speech concluded a four-day visit to France that included multiple public appearances and addresses. The pope's remarks touched on broader themes of international relations and civility among nations.
Further details of the visit's itinerary or additional remarks were not included in the available source material.
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- REPLAY: Pope urges peace and unity in Europe on final day of France visit — France 24 — English
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