Pope Leo XIV Warns Against European Rearmament, Urges Peace in Metz Speech

Pope Leo XIV used a speech in Metz to defend peace in Europe and caution against rearmament, set against the backdrop of the Ukraine war, rising far-right politics, and U.S. unpredictability. The remarks signal a moral stance that could influence Catholic political discourse in Europe, though their direct policy impact is limited. The speech reflects ongoing tensions between security demands and pacifist traditions within European politics.