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Pope Leo

Pope, Vatican City

Search every verified Pope Leo interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Pope Leo XIV made an apostolic journey to France in late September 2026, visiting Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. In Paris, he celebrated Mass at Place de la Concorde and presided over Vespers at Notre-Dame Cathedral, where he spoke about the cathedral's restoration following the 2019 fire as an example of collaboration between the Church, state, and civil society. He also addressed UNESCO, discussing the risks of artificial intelligence and what he described as the dehumanization that can accompany technological progress. In Lourdes, he met with sick and disabled pilgrims, celebrated Mass, and led a rosary procession, calling for the faithful to pray the rosary in October for an end to wars. In Metz, he participated in an interreligious meeting where representatives signed the "Metz Appeal for Dialogue and Peace," and he spoke about Europe's Christian roots and the need for dialogue and patience in building peace, referencing the legacy of Robert Schuman. At his weekly general audiences in September 2026, Pope Leo XIV reflected on the documents of the Second Vatican Council, including the liturgy and the vision of humanity as a community. He also commented on his recent trip to France, describing the restoration of Notre-Dame as a sign of possible collaboration between different institutions. During the September 30 audience, he appealed for dialogue in the Tigray region of Ethiopia, stating that armed conflict only worsens problems and leaves destruction in its wake. He also emphasized the inviolable dignity of every human life, including those in fragile conditions, and rejected what he called the temptation to cause death under the guise of false compassion.

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“I now appeal for the Ethiopia Tigra region in Ethiopia. following with deep concern the situation in Tigra and in the neighboring regions of Afar and Amara where hostilities have once again broken out. I extend my heartfelt plea to all parties to choose the path of dialogue. Armed conflict never solves problems, but only worsens them, leaving in its wake a trail of death, destruction, and resentment. Only honest enga”

“The Cathedral of Paris, which just seven years ago seemed mortally wounded by a devastating fire, has now been rebuilt and is more splendid than ever. That disaster sparks a positive reaction at every level. Some more visible and practical, others more hidden and of a spiritual nature. Its restoration was a test of the possible collaboration between the church, the state, public institutions and civil society. The ap”

“Following with deep concern the situation in Tigray and in the neighboring regions of Afar and Amhara where hostilities have once again broken out. I extend my heartfelt plea to all parties to choose the path of dialogue. Armed conflict never solves problems but only worsens them. leaving in its wake a trail of death, destruction, and resentment. Only honest engagement can lay the foundations for lasting peace. It is”

“The Cathedral of Paris, which just seven years ago seemed mortally wounded by a devastating fire, has now been rebuilt and is more splendid than ever. That disaster sparked a positive reaction at every level. Some more visible and practical, others more hidden and of a spiritual nature. Its restoration was a test of the possible collaboration between the church, the state, public institutions and civil society. The a”

“Europe, according to Schuman, is a continent where dialogue is preferred to armed conflict and where resources are shared so that any war becomes not only unthinkable but materially impossible. Schuman understood Europe to be based on respect for international law which unlike national law cannot be enforced by one state through force will rest on the universally recognized principle of pacta sunt servanda one's word”

“Today, sadly, war has returned even to Europe. A new senseless slaughter claiming countless civilian lives every day. And today, as in 1950, the words of the Schuman declaration remain timely. An organized and revitalized Europe can make a contribution to civilization which is indispensable for maintaining such peaceful relations. We need to commit ourselves to patient dialogue, to show courage in negotiation, and to”

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