Overview
- Speaking after the Angelus in St. Peter’s Square on January 11, the Pope called for patient cultivation of dialogue and peace in Iran and Syria.
- He described the situations in both countries as marked by persistent tensions that continue to cause deaths.
- Turning to Ukraine, he highlighted recent Russian attacks on energy infrastructure that have severely affected civilians as winter intensifies.
- He said he prays for those who suffer and repeated his appeal to cease violence and intensify efforts to achieve peace.
- Multiple outlets reported the remarks the same day, underscoring a renewed public moral appeal rather than a new diplomatic initiative.