Pope Leo urges Europe to counter decline in diplomatic civility
Speaking in Metz with Emmanuel Macron present, Pope Leo urged Europe to set a better example in international relations.
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Pope Leo warned during a visit to Metz that relations between countries were becoming less civil. Speaking in the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron, he said Europe could set a better example. [1]
Leo lamented what he described as a disregard for keeping one’s word and a willingness to boast about lies and deceit. He named no countries, but said Europe could help break what he called a downward spiral. [1]
Metz was the final stop on Leo’s several-day visit to France, reported as the first papal visit to the country in nearly two decades. [1]
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