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WATCH: Pope Leo issues plea for peace amid US-Iran war

Pope Leo has issued his strongest words yet on the war in Iran. ABC News' Melissa Adan reports from Vatican City.

Published April 12, 2026, 8:30 PM

Updated April 12, 2026, 9:00 PM5.1K

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Pope Leo issues plea for peace amid US-Iran war

Pope Leo has issued his strongest words yet on the war in Iran. ABC News' Melissa Adan reports from Vatican City.

April 12, 2026

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WATCH: Pope Leo issues plea for peace amid US-Iran war

Pope Leo issues plea for peace amid US-Iran war

Pope Leo has issued his strongest words yet on the war in Iran. ABC News' Melissa Adan reports from Vatican City.

April 12, 2026

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