Pope Leo XIV called for peace and unity in Europe during a speech delivered Monday in Metz, in northeastern France, marking the final day of his visit to the country.
He highlighted that relations between individuals and states are becoming increasingly uncivil, lamenting that the value of a given word is often overlooked in favor of lies and deception.
“Europe can help break this cycle through the respect for others it has learned to cultivate and preserve,” he stated, emphasizing the importance of remembering the continent’s Christian history to foster peace and unity.