Israel-Iran war: Pope Leo XIV calls for safer world, free from nuclear threats

ANI June 15, 2025 318 views

Pope Leo XIV has called for global nuclear disarmament as tensions between Israel and Iran escalate. The IDF conducted targeted strikes on Tehran’s nuclear facilities, prompting Iranian missile barrages into Israel. Millions of Israelis were forced into shelters as sirens sounded across major cities. The Vatican urged mutual respect and dialogue to prevent further conflict.

"No one should ever threaten the existence of another." – Pope Leo XIV
Vatican City, June 15: Pope Leo XIV on Saturday expressed concern over the Israel-Iran war and continued armed exchanges between the two sides over the next 24 hours.

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Pope appeals for nuclear-free world amid escalating conflict

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IDF confirms strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities

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Millions of Israelis shelter from Iranian missile attacks

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Vatican urges dialogue over military escalation

He appealed for "responsibility and reason and commitment to build a safer world, free from nuclear threats."

In a post on X, he said on Saturday, "The situation in Iran and Israel has deteriorated drastically. I renew my appeal to responsibility and reason. The commitment to build a safer world, free from nuclear threats, must be pursued through mutual respect and sincere dialogue, in order to build lasting peace founded on justice, fraternity, and the common good. No one should ever threaten the existence of another. It is the duty of all countries to support the cause of peace, initiating paths of reconciliation and promoting solutions that ensure security and dignity for all!"

https://x.com/Pontifex/status/1933853173438959733

The Israel Defense Forces on Sunday said that they completed an extensive series of strikes on targets in Tehran related to the Iranian regime's nuclear weapons project.

The IDF said that in the targeted operations, they struck headquarters and sites which could have enabled Iran to obtain nuclear weapons.

In a post on X, IDF said, "The IDF completed an extensive series of strikes on targets in Tehran related to the Iranian regime's nuclear weapons project. The targets included the Iranian Ministry of Defense headquarters, the headquarters of the SPND nuclear project, and additional targets, which advanced the Iranian regime's efforts to obtain a nuclear weapon and where the Iranian regime hid its nuclear archive."

https://x.com/IDF/status/1934033330216825209

After the IDF announced the completion of strikes, they announced that millions of Israeli cities were targeted by Iran.

"Millions of Israelis are currently running for shelter as sirens sound," the IDF said, adding a list of the cities.

https://x.com/IDF/status/1934034409587437925

As per Times of Israel, a number of missile or shrapnel impacts were reported in central Israel following the latest barrage from Iran.

Reader Comments

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Rajesh K.
The Pope's message is timely and important. As Indians, we know the value of peace after seeing conflicts in our neighborhood. Nuclear threats are unacceptable - whether in Middle East or South Asia. Hope both sides show restraint 🙏
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the Pope's call for peace, I wish religious leaders would be more vocal when Hindu temples are attacked in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Selective outrage doesn't help global harmony. Peace must be for all communities.
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Arjun S.
This conflict shows why India's nuclear deterrent is crucial for our security. We can't rely on others for protection. Hope our government stays alert about any fallout in our region, especially with Pakistan-China axis watching closely.
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Sunita R.
The Vatican should organize interfaith peace conferences involving Hindu, Buddhist and other leaders too. Only then the message will have global impact. The world is bigger than just Abrahamic faiths. #PeaceForAll
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Vikram J.
India should offer to mediate! We have good relations with both Israel and Iran. Modi ji has shown strong diplomacy skills in past. This could be our moment to show global leadership 🕊️
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Neha P.
Worried about Indian students in Israel and Iranian cities. Our MEA should prepare evacuation plans. Remember how we rescued citizens from Ukraine war? Safety of Indians abroad should be top priority 🇮🇳

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