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St. Peter's Basilica
Coverage of St. Peter's Basilica in the Nexus archive.
- Pope Leo warns AI is fueling conflict, urges world to ‘slow’ advances
Pope Leo XIV warned that artificial intelligence is exacerbating global conflicts and called for a slowdown in its development during a Mass at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. The statement was made on May 24, 2026, as part of the Solemnity of Pentecost celebrations.
- Pope Leo XIV blasts ‘delusion of omnipotence’ fueling the US-Israeli war in Iran
Pope Leo XIV condemned the U.S.-Israel war in Iran, calling it a 'delusion of omnipotence' and urging political leaders to negotiate peace. The remarks came as U.S.-Iran negotiations began in Pakistan and a fragile ceasefire held.