- Pope Leo slams ‘delusion of omnipotence’ stoking US-Israeli war on Iran South China Morning Post —
- Pope Leo calls out 'delusion of omnipotence' fueling Iran war in vigil for peace at St. Peter's Basilica Fox News —
- ‘Enough of war!’: Pope Leo slams ‘delusion of omnipotence’ amid US-Iran ceasefire talks al.com —
- Pope Leo Makes Fiery Call for Peace Amid Iran War Daily Beast —
- Pope Leo urges end to 'madness of war' as US, Iran start talks Reuters —
- Pope condemns ‘delusion of omnipotence’ causing US-Iran war Middle East Eye —
- Pope Leo warns of invoking name of God in US-Israel's war with Iran CNN —
- 'Enough of the idolatry of self and money!' Pope Leo blasts 'delusion of omnipotence' fueling war in Iran Chicago Sun-Times —
- Pope Leo XIV denounces the ‘delusion of omnipotence’ he says fuels the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran CTV News —
- Pope Leo XIV blasts ‘delusion of omnipotence’ fuelling US-Israeli war in Iran AP News —
Pope Denounces 'Delusion of Omnipotence'
In his most pointed remarks since the conflict began, Pope Leo XIV has denounced the pride and 'idolatry of self' fueling the war against Iran.
The first US-born pope appeared to direct his criticism toward President Trump and other officials who have used religious rhetoric to justify military actions.
Speaking at a Rosary for Peace, he called for an end to the 'madness of war' and urged leaders to listen to the voices of children in conflict zones.
The Vatican's increasing frustration comes as diplomatic efforts in Pakistan fail to produce a breakthrough.
Vatican City
Holy See's independent state, an enclave within Rome, Italy
Holy See's independent state, an enclave within Rome, Italy
St. Peter's Basilica
Church in Vatican City
Church in Vatican City
Iran
Country in Western Asia
Country in Western Asia
Israel
Country in West Asia
Country in West Asia