Vatican City, August 28 – Pope Francis met with members of the Latin Episcopal Conference in the Arab regions, denouncing the tragedy of war and encouraging bishops to maintain hope in the face of extreme tension and conflict.
The Pope expressed concern over the chronic nature of war in the region, leading to immense human suffering, destruction, and hatred. He urged the bishops to bear witness to their faith through respectful dialogue and to keep hope alive, being signs of peace, fraternity, and respect.
Pope Francis also emphasized the importance of adequate Christian education in public schools, particularly in minority contexts, to strengthen faith and promote Christian hope.
The meeting comes as the Middle East continues to experience moments of extreme tension, with the Pope warning of the risk of war spreading and setting the entire region on fire.
The Pope’s message of hope and reconciliation serves as a beacon of light in a region plagued by conflict and division.