Pope Leon's concern about the humanitarian crisis in Yemen.

Pope Leon's concern about the humanitarian crisis in Yemen.

Pope Leo XIV, the leader of world Catholics, expressed his concern about the continuation of the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, and called for peace in this country and the entire region.

With the escalation of the conflicts in Yemen between the Saudi-backed government and the Iran-allied Houthis, the main supply routes and the transfer of goods to Yemen have been restricted and reports indicate shortages of food and fuel in various parts of the country.

While praying for peace in front of the crowd in St. Peter's Square, the Pope said: "Today, more than ever, it is clear that wars, in addition to sowing the seeds of death and destruction, make the world poorer and harm it."

Pope Leon has repeatedly expressed concern about the situation in the Middle East and Gaza. He also responded to Donald Trump's threats to destroy infrastructure in Iran and wipe out the country's "civilization" and condemned those statements. Pope Leon was diagnosed with lung cancer and during an operation two weeks ago part of his right lung was removed; However, he clarified his speech.