Pope Leo calls out 'delusion of omnipotence' fueling Iran war in vigil for peace at St. Peter's Basilica

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Pope Leo XIV held a vigil for peace at St. Peter's Basilica on Saturday, denouncing the "delusion of omnipotence" as a driving force behind war. During the service, he emphasized that true strength lies in serving life, not in displays of power or the pursuit of wealth. His remarks coincided with the start of face-to-face talks between a U.S. delegation led by Vice President JD Vance and Iranian officials amidst a fragile ceasefire. The Pope's statements follow earlier criticism of President Trump's threats against Iran, which he deemed "truly unacceptable," citing both international law and moral concerns for the Iranian population. He warned that war divides humanity, while hope and faith unite.
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AI-ExtractedIslamabad hosted peace talks between Iran and the U.S. on Saturday.
Trump announced a two-week ceasefire subject to Iran opening the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump had written on Truth Social about the potential death of a civilization in Iran.
Vice President JD Vance and a U.S. delegation began face-to-face talks with Iran amid an uneasy ceasefire.
Pope Leo called out the 'delusion of omnipotence' he claimed is fueling war.
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