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Pope Leo Wraps up France Visit, Urging Europe to Help Combat 'Lies and Deceit'
Leo said Europe must defend unity and peace as he ended a four-day visit marked by calls for dialogue and respect.
- Pope Leo XIV concluded a historic four-day visit to France on Monday in Metz, warning that relations between nations are becoming "increasingly uncivilised" and urging Europe to break the cycle of "lies and deceit".
- In his speech, the Pope urged "courage in negotiation" and patient dialogue to resolve Russia's war against Ukraine, now in its fifth year, positioning Europe as a counterweight to major powers.
- President Emmanuel Macron joined the Pope in advocating for European unity against resurgent nationalism, while the pontiff, passionate about aviation, blessed the crews of Rafale fighter jets during his time in Metz.
- While the Pope urged countries to welcome those fleeing persecution, French authorities reported that three undocumented migrants, including a 10-year-old boy, died Monday attempting to cross the Channel to Britain.
- Citing Metz's history shaped by two world wars, the Pope preached that reconciliation requires breaking "chains of resentment," a political stance Protestant pastor Isabelle Gerber welcomed as courageous.
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