Pope Leo decries migrants being treated 'worse than house pets' - Reuters
Pope Leo decries migrants being treated 'worse than house pets' Reuters
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"migrants being treated 'worse than house pets'"
— Pope Leo , Activist
"They are human beings, and we have to treat human beings in a humanitarian way and not treat them worse … than house pets or animals."
— Pope Leo , Activist
"I condemn all actions that are unjust. I condemn the taking of people’s lives."
— Pope Leo , Activist
"I will continue to speak out loudly against war, looking to promote peace, promoting dialogue and multilateral relationships among the states to look for just solutions to problems."
— Pope Leo , Activist
"They are human beings and we have to treat human beings in a humanitarian way and not treat them worse … than house pets or animals."
— Pope Leo XIV , Other
"What are richer countries doing to change the situation for poorer countries?"
— Pope Leo XIV , Other
"I personally believe a state has a right to set rules at its borders."
— Pope Leo XIV , Other
"I condemn all actions that are unjust."
— Pope Leo XIV , Other
"When people arrive they are human beings and deserve the respect that every human being deserves."
— Pope Leo XIV , Other
"If there is regime change or no regime change, the question is how to promote the values in which we believe without the death of so many innocent people."
— Pope Leo XIV , Other
Key People
Cardinal Reinhard Marx is a prominent Catholic bishop in Germany.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Pope Leo is the head of the Catholic Church and has recently criticized divisive global leadership.
Pope Leo XIV is the current pope of the Roman Catholic Church.
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Pope Leo XIV discussed his opposition to war, the humane treatment of migrants, and the Church's stance on same-sex blessings during a press conference aboard his return flight from Africa.
Pope Leo criticized the global treatment of migrants and refugees, stating they are often considered 'worse than house pets or animals.' He called for humane treatment and urged wealthier nations to support development in poorer countries to reduce forced migration.
Pope Leo condemned the treatment of migrants and refugees, emphasizing their human dignity and calling for humane treatment. He also urged richer nations to assist in developing countries to address the root causes of migration.
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