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The powerful weapons used in modern wars threaten to lead us to a barbarism greater than that of the past. In the name of human dignity and international law, I repeat to those in positions of responsibility what Pope Francis used to say: 'War is always a defeat!' And with Pope








Today more than ever, humanity cries out and calls for peace. This is a cry that requires responsibility and reason, and it must not be drowned out by the din of weapons or the rhetoric that incites conflict. Every member of the international community has a moral responsibility










I continue to follow developments in Iran, Israel, and Palestine with concern and hope. The words of the prophet Isaiah resound with urgent relevance: âNation shall not lift up sword against nation; neither shall they learn war any more.â May this voice, which comes from the Most