Pope discusses war, populism with European bishops

Pope Leo XIV discussed global conflicts and rising populism with European bishops today, expressing concern over the impact on vulnerable populations. The meeting at the Vatican focused on the current global situation, including the new American administration and the EU's role, as well as the rise of populist movements. Discussions also included the possibility of Vatican mediation in the ongoing war in Ukraine. Bishops expressed worries about the suffering in Ukraine and the need for a just peace. The Pope also voiced concerns about rearmament and its impact on society's most vulnerable.