Pope Leo XIV says God does not justify war in Palm Sunday message
newsApr 3, 2026
At his Palm Sunday homily in St. Peter's Square, Pope Leo XIV rejected using God to justify violence. He said God does not listen to the prayers of those WHO make war or cite God to justify their violence. He delivered the remarks amid rising tensions over Israel and wider regional conflict. The pope's message directly challenges political and religious leaders WHO claim divine sanction for military action.
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Pope Leo XIV said God does not justify war in Palm Sunday homily.
He said God does not listen to prayers that justify violence.
Remarks came amid rising tensions over Israel and wider regional conflict.