Pope Leo VIX, the newly appointed head of the Catholic Church, made his social media debut with a series of posts advocating for global peace and reconciliation.

According to Daily Mail, the Chicago-born pontiff shared several hopeful messages on his X account Wednesday, calling for peace and faith just days after issuing what some perceived as criticism toward the United States.

The 69-year-old religious leader's inaugural posts focused on Christ's message of peace, emphasizing its relevance to current global conflicts. His messages addressed ongoing wars in Ukraine, Gaza, and India while also highlighting the importance of Eastern Christian traditions.

Pope Leo's stance on international diplomacy

The Vatican leader expressed willingness to facilitate peace negotiations between warring nations. This offer follows the Vatican's recent role in hosting a historic meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy during Pope Francis' funeral last month.

Pope Leo shared his perspective on achieving lasting peace through dialogue. He emphasized that weapons and military conquest are not solutions to international conflicts.

The pontiff's posts also stressed the significance of preserving Eastern Christian traditions, quoting his predecessor, Pope Leo XIII's observations about their importance.

Controversial relationship with American politics

Before his papal appointment, Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo, maintained an active presence on social media, where he frequently criticized the Trump administration's policies.

His previous posts specifically targeted the administration's immigration stance, including their deportation practices and treatment of migrant families. One notable retweet addressed the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland father of three.

The pope's social media history reveals his consistent opposition to certain U.S. policies, particularly those affecting immigrant communities. He previously shared articles criticizing Catholic political figures like JD Vance regarding their immigration positions.

Pope Leo's message for global unity

The pontiff delivered a powerful message about Christ's peace, describing it as more than just post-conflict silence. He emphasized the transformative nature of genuine peace:

Peace is not the silence of the tomb after a conflict, and it is not the result of subjugation. Peace is a gift that gazes at others and renews their lives. Let us pray for this peace, which is reconciliation, forgiveness, and courage to turn the page and start again.

In another significant statement addressing world leaders, Pope Leo urged for diplomatic solutions:

With heart in hand, I say to the leaders of nations: let us meet; let us dialogue; let us negotiate. War is never inevitable. Weapons can and must fall silent, for they never solve problems but only intensify them. Those who sow peace will endure throughout history, not those who reap victims.

First papal steps toward global reconciliation

Pope Leo VIX established himself as a vocal advocate for international peace during his first days as the Catholic Church's leader. The Chicago native's initial social media presence reflects his commitment to addressing global conflicts through diplomatic channels rather than military action.

His approach combines traditional Catholic values with modern communication methods, using social media to spread messages of peace and reconciliation. The pontiff's willingness to engage in diplomatic efforts, particularly in ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and India, signals his intention to position the Vatican as an active facilitator of international peace negotiations.