By SCM RELIGIOUS REPORTER
In a defiant message beamed from his Apostolic Journey to Algeria, the Holy Father took aim at the “arrogant and the proud” currently fueling international conflicts.
The 82-year-old Pontiff—known for his plain-speaking style—did not mince his words as he addressed the escalating violence gripping the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter) to share his message with millions, the Pope made it clear whose side he believes the Almighty is on.
”God’s heart is torn apart by wars, violence, injustice and lies,” the Pope wrote. “But our Father’s heart is not with the wicked, the arrogant, or the proud.”
The stinging rebuke is being seen by Vatican insiders as a direct “shot across the bow” to world leaders who prioritize military might over human life.
The Pope, who is currently on a landmark visit to the North African nation to promote interfaith dialogue, insisted that the future belongs to the “little ones” rather than the generals.
”God’s heart is with the little ones and the humble, and with them He builds up His Kingdom of love and peace day by day,” he added. “Wherever there is love and service, God is there.”
Leo XIV’s visit to Algeria—a country with a tiny Catholic minority—is seen as a high-stakes move to bridge the gap between the Christian and Muslim worlds.
Despite his advancing age, the “People’s Pope” has refused to dial back his travel schedule, using his platform in Algiers to demand an immediate end to “the industry of death.”
A Vatican spokesperson confirmed the Pope would continue his tour with a series of meetings focused on “mercy and reconciliation” before returning to Rome later this
