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What did Pope Leo say about Venezuela?

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Pope Leo expresses concern about the U.S. raid in Venezuela, urging that the welfare of the Venezuelan people comes first. He calls for an end to violence, respect for Venezuela's sovereignty, and suggests diplomatic and economic measures over military action.

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  • Pope Leo expresses concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela
  • Calls for Venezuelan people's welfare to come first 6s
  • Urges end to violence and respect for sovereignty 10s
  • Stresses need for justice, peace, and human rights 32s
  • Previously urged U.S. to pursue dialogue, not force 1m 1s

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Pope voices concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela, calls for peace
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Pope voices concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela, calls for peace

Pope Leo expressed concern over the U.S. raid in Venezuela, urging that the good of the Venezuelan people must come above all else.

Pope voices concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela, calls for peace
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Pope voices concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela, calls for peace

During his Sunday noon blessing, the Pope called for an end to violence and demanded respect for Venezuela's sovereignty.

Pope voices concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela, calls for peace
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Pope voices concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela, calls for peace

Pope Leo stated he is following developments in Venezuela with concern, emphasizing the need to overcome violence, pursue justice and peace, guarantee sovereignty, uphold the rule of law, and respect human and civil rights.

Pope voices concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela, calls for peace
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Pope voices concern over U.S. raid in Venezuela, calls for peace

The Pope has previously called for the U.S. to pursue dialogue and consider economic pressure on Venezuela's leaders to achieve its goals.

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