From Angola… The Pope Calls for Silence of Weapons and Praises the Ceasefire in Lebanon
April 19, 20261009 ViewsRead Time: 1 Minutes
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Pope Francis, on Sunday, called for the "silence of weapons" and a return to the path of dialogue amid escalating international crises.
Praise for the Ceasefire in Lebanon
The Pope welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, considering it a "reason for hope" in the region.
Concern over Ukraine
In contrast, he expressed his condemnation of the escalation of the war in Ukraine, calling for peaceful solutions instead of military escalation.
Mass Gathering in Luanda
The Pope's statements came at the end of a massive mass near the capital Luanda in Angola, attended by about 100,000 people.
African Tour
The Pope arrived in Angola on Saturday as part of an African tour that includes several countries, aimed at promoting messages of peace and solidarity on the continent.
