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Pope Leo XIV calls US “just war” theory outdated
Filed: May 25, 2026 at 8:03 AM ET
Summary: Pope Leo XIV said the “just war” theory promoted by Trump’s administration is outdated.
WHO: Pope Leo XIV
WHAT: Called the “just war” theory promoted by the US administration outdated and urged dialogue, diplomacy, and forgiveness.
WHEN: May 25, 2026 at 7:42 AM ET
WHERE: Vatican City
WHY: He criticized the “just war” theory as having been used to justify any kind of war.
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