VATICAN CITY - Pope Leo on June 22 said the international community must strive to avoid war that risks opening an “irreparable abyss”, and that diplomacy should take the place of conflict.

Pope Leo XIV speaks to pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square for the Sunday Angelus on June 22, 2025. (photo: Vatican Media) Victoria Cardiel/CNA Vatican June 22, 2025 ...

Leo said that Jesus’ compassion for the suffering “shows us the loving closeness of God, who comes into our world to save us.” He added: “Where God reigns, we are set free from all evil.” ...

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As is the tradition, Leo XIV will celebrate Mass in St. John Lateran Basilica, the pope’s cathedral as bishop of Rome. He has also confirmed his subsequent presence at St. Mary Major Basilica.

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Varadkar said he was “honoured” to accept the invitation to speak at their conference. “I am making the journey in order to show solidarity with the LGBT+ community in Hungary,” he said.

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Mr Varadkar stressed that a united Ireland “has to be a new Ireland that is better for everyone”. “That includes a bill of rights, guarantees civil protections and liberties,” he said.