BREAKING Pope Leo XIV's Secretary of State Tells President Trump and Israel End War "as soon as possible" - "through the peaceful means"
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Pope Leo XIV's Secretary of State, Cardinal Parolin, tells President Trump and Israel End War "as soon as possible" - "through the peaceful means."Appeals for Peace and Diplomacy
During the event, Salvatore Cernuzio and Tiziana Campisi reported that Cardinal Parolin offered a direct message for U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli leadership. If speaking face-to-face with President Trump, Parolin stated he would urge him "to end this as soon as possible because the real danger of escalation is upon us." He emphasized that this same plea is "addressed to the Israelis," encouraging them to resolve existing conflicts "through the peaceful means of diplomacy and dialogue." On the specific situation in the region, the Cardinal was firm: "Leave Lebanon alone. Problems should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy."
Working with the "First American Pontiff"
Reflecting on his role alongside Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope, Parolin described the professional relationship as seamless.
"It's very easy," he explained. "There's a good dialogue, a good exchange. He listens a lot, and we have a good relationship."
The Three Pillars of Leo XIV’s Ministry
In his formal remarks, moderated by Associated Press correspondent Nicole Winfield, Parolin outlined three "fundamental points" defining the current pontificate:
Unarmed and Disarming Peace: Parolin highlighted the Pope’s "penetrating" appeal from May 8, 2025, noting a formula that "continues to resound with calm and firm insistence every Sunday, calling us to lay down our weapons."
Commitment to Unity: The Cardinal noted the Pope’s effort to bridge the gap between those risking "indiscriminate openness" and those treating the Church as a "besieged fortress." He stated that Leo XIV "tries to untangle the knots" through patient listening.
Synodal Style: Parolin clarified that the Pope’s preference for shared decisions is "not a weak form of primacy," but rather a sign of understanding governance as "a matter of service, not power."
Continuity and Character
Addressing comparisons between Leo XIV’s measured tone and the more direct style of Pope Francis, Parolin noted that while styles differ, "continuity is established" through their shared service to the Church.
Father Joseph L. Farrell, Prior General of the Augustinians, added a personal perspective on the Pope’s methodical nature: "First he listens, then he thoroughly analyzes the idea or argument at hand, consults with others, and finally makes a decision."
Source - https://www.vaticannews.va/it/vaticano/news/2026-03/parolin-camera-deputati-libro-papa-leone-xiv-guerra-trump.html
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