Vatican City (APP) Pope Francis told soldiers, police and other law enforcement officials on Sunday that the armed force from all over the world could be used only for legitimate defense and always respecting international law. Should
He was diagnosed with bronchitis on Thursday when he was for the first time publicly re -emerged to celebrate Outdoor Jubilee Mass for armed forces, police and security personnel. However, after some words, he handed over his partner to an assistant to read, saying that he was having difficulty in breathing.
“I want to remember the church’s education in this regard: The Second Vatican Council says that those who use their profession in the ranks of the army in the service of their homeland consider themselves a servant of their security and freedom. Should people, “Francis said in his last prayer.
He added, “This armed service should be used only for legitimate defense, never to dominate other nations, and always observe international conventions in relation to conflict.”
Pontuff launched a new appeal for peace, citing conflicts worldwide, including Ukraine, the Middle East, Myanmar and Sudan.
“Weapons should be silenced everywhere and people should be heard to seek peace,” said Francis.
Since the evaluation of bronchitis on Thursday, the Pope has continued his activities and audiences inside the Vatican residence in Casa Santa Marta where he lives.
Francis has long faced health issues, including long bronchitis competitions. When he uses a walker or stick in his apartment and fell twice recently, he hurt his arm and chin.
The speculations about the Pope’s health are permanent in the Vatican circles, especially after the Pope Benedict XVI broke the 600 -year tradition and resigned from Papisi in 2013.
Francis has said that he has no plans to resign at any time, even though the Benedict has “opened the door” for this possibility. In his biography “Hope” released this month, Francis said that even when he had a large intestinal surgery, he did not consider his resignation.
