Pope Leo: Journalists should ‘disarm communication’

In his first audience with the press, Pope Leo XIV urged media to be peacemakers

In the first official audience with journalists since his election, Pope Leo XIV called on the media Monday to reject divisive communication styles, embrace the pursuit of truth with charity, and help build a culture of peace in their reporting.

Pope Leo XIV during a May 12 audience with journalists. Credit: Edgar Beltrán/Pillar Media.

Speaking May 12 at …