Bishop Strickland: ‘My heart is heavy as I look toward Lebanon’ vs. Weak Pope [Leo] expresses closeness to Christians affected by war in southern Lebanon

Bishop Strickland: ‘My heart is heavy as I look toward Lebanon’

Lebanon has already endured decades of instability, economic collapse, and the exodus of Christians from the region. To strike this nation again – especially in ways that devastate civilian life – is to deepen wounds that may take generations to heal.

I call upon all leaders involved to remember this: power does not grant moral permission. Military strength does not justify the loss of innocent life. There can be no lasting peace built upon the graves of the defenseless.