Pope Leo XIV talks to Lebanon's president about peace and stability
Pope Leo XIV talks to Lebanon's president about peace and stability
Vatikanstadt, Italien - On June 13, 2025, Pope Leo XIV received the President of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun in the Vatican. In a warm conversation, the role of the Catholic Church in Lebanese society as well as the bilateral relationships between the Holy Stuhl and Lebanon were emphasized. Aoun, who was elected president in January after a political stalemate, pursues the goal of stabilizing the country and improving economic conditions, while it is affected by external threats and internal divisions.
The talks focused on the urgent need for political agreement and economic renewal in Lebanon. Aoun wished a new era of living together and economic upswing. The Pope emphasized the need to bring about peace and reconciliation in the entire Middle East region, which underlined the fundamental importance of interreligious dialogue and cooperation. AOUN also discussed the importance of strengthening the ideals of living together.
important accompanying discussions
As part of the visit, the Lebanese president also met Cardinal State Secretary Pietro Parolin and Monsignor Miroslaw Wachowski from the Department of Foreign Policy Relations from the State Secretariat. These meetings reflect the commitment of the Vatican to promote dialogue and to secure the common good in a geopolitical environment that is characterized by tensions and uncertainties. According to report from Vaticannews Hope for future stability in Lebanon.The maronite bishops expressed the desire for peace and an end of the war in the Gaza Strip after a meeting in Bkerke. This statement underlines the extensive concern about the situation in the Middle East and the need for reforms and political stability in Lebanon to consolidate religious coexistence.
a resistant Lebanon
In the current political situation in Lebanon, the way to stability is a challenge. This problem was illuminated earlier when Pope Francis received the Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati in December 2024. During his visit to the Vatican, the difficult socio -economic crisis, political paralysis due to the lack of president and the fragile ceasefire in the country became discussed. The Pope emphasized the role of the Christian community as the key to the well -being of Lebanon.
The talks in the Vatican indicate the ongoing need for society as a whole to promote dialogue between the faith communities. The Pope did not give up hope for peace and living together in a region burdened by conflicts. The regular meetings between Lebanese political leaders and the Holy Chair are a strong sign of the continued search for stability and unity in Lebanon, a country that is a unique example of interreligious coexistence.
For Lebanon, the path to a permanent peace and an economic recovery remains crucial, while the support from outside, as it comes through the Vatican, is considered indispensable. These developments show the deeply rooted hope that the dialogue and the belief in a common future will last across all political differences.