Negative a world at war this is already nor does it distinguish between “military and civilian targets” forks unable to defend diplomacy as “the only way” for peace. HE Father This Monday, he used his traditional speech before the diplomatic corps accredited to the Vatican, his most important annual address on geopolitical matters, to make a strong request to the international community: to apply “disarmament policy And reactivating multilateral institutionsToday it is “instrumentalized by some States”, but it emerged after the Second World War to promote international “security”.
Explicitly referring to wars Loop And UkraineToday, “there is no conflict that does not end in some form of indiscriminate shooting,” Francisco said. civilian population“. “Ukraine and Gaza are clear evidence of this,” he thought. “We must not forget the serious violations of international law. human war crimes” And civilian victims These are not “collateral damage”These are men and women with names and surnames who lost their lives. […] or they are maimed by the power of modern weapons.
“If we could look into each one’s eyes, […] we would look fight for what: a great tragedy and useless massacre“Francisco continued by condemning Hamas’ terrorist attack on October 7 and the increase in terrorist incidents.” antisemitism “Therefore, it is also a problem that multilateral organizations cannot gather all their members around the same table today,” he indirectly said. He indirectly said that there was a need to “resume a common determination in the service of peace.” Reference to organizations such as HIM-HER-IT, The largest international organization dedicated to international dialogue.
In fact, according to the Pope, “it is misleading to think that weapons have a deterrent value.” ” The availability of weapons encourages increases its use and production. The Pope also reiterated his call for an end to hostilities in Gaza, saying, “Weapons create insecurity and divert resources.”truce “We must take part in all fronts, including Lebanon, and we want the immediate release of all hostages in Gaza.” In this sense, the Pope also joined those who warned on this issue. danger from someone Regionalization of the Gaza war.
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In this regard, Francis gave the Belfast agreement between the British and Irish governments, which will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2022 and which allows for “civil coexistence”, as a positive example. With this, he invited citizens, especially “young people”, to participate in many elections to be held in 2024. democratic moments He stated that it was “fundamental” and “responsible”.
Similar UkraineFrancis said, “an extension of time cannot be allowed.” gangrenous conflict Regarding Nicaragua, a country where the Pope recently once again expressed strong concerns about some members of the detained clergy, he reiterated the “painful consequences” suffered by the people and the Catholic Church. why he said he “will not cease calling for diplomatic dialogue that respects the well-being of Catholics and the whole people.” ,” added.
In this context, the Pope also reminded others. Many crises affecting It is announced to humanity, especially the Rohingyas in Myanmar and the “tense situation” between Armenia and Azerbaijan, which have not yet signed a definitive peace agreement. coups, terrorism and the conflicts that have shaken many African countries. These included Ethiopia in the Tigray region, where a sensitive agreement was signed in November, and “the situation of displaced people in Cameroon, Mozambique, the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan.” In this tone, the Pope concluded his remarks by reminding us that the “centrality” of man “cannot and will never be changed” by algorithms such as the one below. artificial intelligence.
As the Vatican reported this Monday, holy thirst continues today relationships diplomats 184 States91 of them have representation in Rome. plus the European Union and the Order of Malta.