Since becoming pope, Francis has given special attention to the Holy See’s diplomatic staff. 

“Not everything that is technically possible or feasible is therefore ethically acceptable.”

“To love the poor means to combat all forms of poverty, spiritual and material."

Pope Francis’ condemnation of deterrence is a strong challenge to nuclear strategies of the superpowers, including the United States.

"We know that it is the biggest support they can get, the involvement of the church and Pope Francis."

The comments came as U.S. lawmakers in Washington, D.C., have been debating how to overhaul the nation's health insurance laws.