Pope Leo warns Iran and Israel against vengeance

Pope Leo on Wednesday appealed to Iran and Israel not to pursue vengeance after 12 days of war, using his weekly general audience to call for dialogue to resolve the conflict.

Pope Leo XIV holds a general audience in St. Peter's Square, at the Vatican, June 25, 2025.
Pope Leo XIV holds a general audience in St. Peter's Square, at the Vatican, June 25, 2025.