Pope Warns Global Order Eroding as Borders Are Violated—A Dire Signal for America’s Security

In a sobering address to the Vatican diplomatic corps, Pope Leo XIV delivered a powerful indictment of the current international order, highlighting how the principle forbidding countries from using force to violate borders—a cornerstone of post-World War II peace—is now shattered.He emphasized that this collapse is not merely a distant concern but strikes at the heart of national sovereignty and the rule of law—core tenets America has championed as essential to freedom and security. In an era marked by rising geopolitical tensions and resurgent conflicts, the Pope's message underscores how fragile our world truly is.Is the Era of Respect for...