VATICAN CITY: Pope Leo XIV on Sunday appealed for peace respect for Venezuela sovereignty and the protection of human rights as the crisis in the South American nation intensified following the capture of President Nicolas Maduro by United States forces.
Speaking to pilgrims gathered in St Peters Square during the midday Angelus prayer the pontiff said he was following developments with deep concern and stressed that the good of the beloved Venezuelan people must prevail over every other consideration.
The pope called on all parties to overcome violence and pursue paths of justice and peace while safeguarding Venezuela sovereignty and ensuring respect for the rule of law as outlined in the nations constitution . He also urged full respect for the human and civil rights of every person.
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the need to work toward a future marked by collaboration stability and concord with particular attention to the poorest Venezuelans who continue to suffer under prolonged economic hardship.
He invited Catholics and people of goodwill around the world to pray for Venezuela entrusting the nation to the intercession of Our Lady of Coromoto the countrys patroness as well as Venezuelan saints recognized by the Church.
The popes remarks came amid heightened international tension following a United States led operation that resulted in the arrest of Maduro and his transfer to the United States to face criminal charges The action has drawn widespread global reaction and raised concerns about sovereignty international law and regional stability.
While Pope Leo XIV did not directly name any political leaders or countries his message underscored the Vaticans long standing emphasis on peaceful solutions respect for national sovereignty and the primacy of human dignity during times of international crisis.
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