Pope Leo XIV began a visit to France and, in a speech in Paris, urged the country to curb the arms buildup surrounding nuclear weapons possession. During his stay, he is also scheduled to deliver a speech in eastern France calling for peace in Europe.
After a speech in Paris, Pope Leo XIV is said to have begun a visit to France and expressed opposition to the belief that possessing nuclear weapons guarantees security.
He is said to have urged France to lead efforts toward disarmament and peace, and is scheduled to deliver a speech in eastern France calling for peace in Europe during his stay.
During the visit, the pope is said to be scheduled to meet victims in Lourdes. France’s secularization and its changing relationship with the Church were also cited as background.
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