05.01.2026 02:03
Pope Leo XIII, the head of the Vatican State, criticized the U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, emphasizing the need to protect the country's sovereignty and to end the violence. The Pope expressed his concern about the situation in Venezuela.
After the military intervention initiated by the USA against Venezuela, the President of the Vatican City, Pope Leo XIII, broke his silence and made a critical call to the international community and the parties involved. Speaking after the traditional Sunday prayer in St. Peter's Square, the Pope emphasized "sovereignty and law" against the rising tensions in Latin America.
"THE WELL-BEING OF THE VENEZUELAN PEOPLE IS ABOVE ALL ELSE"
According to a report published by the Vatican's official media outlet "Vatican News," the Pope expressed deep concern over the recent developments. Emphasizing that violence must be overcome as soon as possible, Pope Leo XIII stated: "The well-being of the Venezuelan people must be superior to all other considerations. The sovereignty of the country must be protected, and the rule of law enshrined in the constitution must be guaranteed."
A MESSAGE OF SOLIDARITY FROM THE BISHOPS
In parallel with the Vatican's call, the Venezuelan Bishops' Conference also issued a statement. The statement noted that they stand in full solidarity with the Venezuelan people who are going through difficult times, reiterating the call for cooperation for a peaceful and just future.