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Pope Urges Trump to Seek a Rapid Exit Strategy to the War in Iran. Pope Leo made a rare direct appeal to U.S. President Donald Trump, urging him to find a way to end the ongoing war with Iran and avoid more casualties. Speaking from his holiday residence in Castel Gandolfo, the pontiff expressed hope that Trump is actively looking for an “off-ramp” to reduce violence. The conflict, which began in late February with U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, has spread across the region causing several deaths and leading to a humanitarian crisis. The head of the Catholic Church emphasized the heavy human toll of the military intervention, particularly the deaths of innocent civilians, including children. He also warned that the war is destabilizing global energy supplies and threatening the wider economy. In recent days, the pope has intensified his criticism of the conflict, condemning leaders who justify violence and saying God rejects the prayers of those responsible for bloodshed. Although he rarely addresses political leaders so evidently, Leo has become increasingly vocal about a war that is shaking the foundations of international diplomacy. He called for an urgent push toward peace, expressing hope that the violence could end before Easter. The Vatican led by Pope Leo firmly rejects armed conflicts as long-term solutions, warning about the humanitarian impact of the war.
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