Milan, 1 February (LaPresse) – ‘Today in Italy is the National Day for Civilian Victims of War and Conflict in the World, an initiative that is sadly tragically relevant. Every day, civilian victims of armed actions that openly violate morality and the law are reported. The dead and wounded of yesterday and today will truly be honoured when this intolerable injustice comes to an end.’ These were the words of Pope Leo XIV at the end of the Angelus in St. Peter's Square. ‘Major sporting events such as the Olympic Games convey a message of brotherhood and rekindle hope for a peaceful world. This is also the meaning of the Olympic truce, an ancient custom that accompanies the Games. I hope that all those who care about peace will take this opportunity to make concrete gestures of détente and dialogue,’ added the Pontiff.
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