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Pope Warns "War is Back in Vogue," Trump Halts Venezuela Strikes

Pope Leo XIV has issued a stark warning that war is becoming fashionable again, threatening the foundations of peaceful coexistence and international law. He specifically addressed the conflicts in Ukraine and Venezuela, urging an immediate ceasefire and dialogue. In a related development, US President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of further military strikes on Venezuela, citing improved cooperation and the release of political prisoners. Trump noted that U.S. forces would remain on alert despite the de-escalation.

Key Points: Pope Decries Return of War, Trump Cancels Venezuela Attacks

  • Pope warns war undermines post-WWII peace principles
  • Calls for Ukraine ceasefire and dialogue
  • Highlights Venezuela crisis and rights
  • Trump cancels planned strikes on Venezuela
  • Cites prisoner releases and oil cooperation
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"War is back in vogue," warns Pope Leo XIV, says it threatens peaceful coexistence

Pope Leo XIV warns war threatens global peace as Trump calls off further military strikes on Venezuela following prisoner releases and cooperation.

"War is back in vogue," warns Pope Leo XIV, says it threatens peaceful coexistence
"War is back in vogue and a zeal for war is spreading. - Pope Leo XIV"

Vatican City, January 9

Pope Leo XIV on Friday warned that War was back in vogue and that this threatens the foundation of peaceful coexistence. The Pontiff was addressing members of the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Holy See. "War is back in vogue and a zeal for war is spreading. The principle established after the Second World War, which prohibited nations from using force to violate the borders of others, has been completely undermined. Peace is no longer sought as a gift and a desirable good in itself. Instead, peace is sought through weapons as a condition for asserting one's own dominion. This gravely threatens the rule of law, which is the foundation of all peaceful civil coexistence," the Pope said. The annual meeting between the Pope and ambassadors accredited to the Holy See is considered one of the most significant moments in the Vatican's diplomatic calendar, reported Vatican News.

The Pope spoke of the "ongoing war in Ukraine" and the suffering of civilians, reiterating "the pressing need for an immediate ceasefire," and calling for dialogue "motivated by a sincere search for ways leading to peace."

Pope Leo XIV also highlighted the crisis in Venezuela, calling for respect for the will of the people and for the safeguarding of human and civil rights.

Meanwhile, in what may come as a ray of hope for Venezuela, US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he has cancelled a previously expected second wave of military attacks on Venezuela, following his military action in Caracas which led to the capture of the South American country's leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife, citing improved cooperation from Caracas and the release of a large number of political prisoners as part of efforts to 'seek peace'.

In a post on Truth Social, the US President said that the decision to call off further strikes comes as relations between Washington and Caracas enter a phase of cooperation, particularly on rebuilding and modernising Venezuela's oil and gas infrastructure, which Trump had previously stated following the first wave of attack on Saturday. He described the Venezuelan prisoner releases as a "very important and smart gesture".

However, Trump noted that the US military units in the region will remain on alert even though the new round of offensive operations is no longer expected.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I respect the Pope's message, it feels a bit disconnected from ground realities. Powerful nations will always act in their interest. Look at Venezuela—peace only came after force was used. It's a sad truth.
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Aman W
India has always stood for peaceful resolution. We have our own border issues, but we believe in talks. The international community should take the Pope's warning seriously. War only brings suffering to common people.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the Pope speak on this. The part about peace being sought through weapons is so true. The Venezuela situation is complex, but if prisoner releases lead to less violence, that's a step forward.
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Vikram M
The world is forgetting the lessons of the World Wars. We need strong global institutions to uphold the rule of law, not just military might. Hope our leaders are listening.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, the Pope's focus seems more on Europe and Americas. What about the conflicts in our own region? Peaceful coexistence starts with addressing all threats, not just the ones in the news.

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