Vatican City, Jan. 4 -- Pope Leo XIV expressed his concern over the recent developments in Venezuela, where American strikes took place and led to the capture of Nicolas Maduro.

Speaking at the Angelus prayer, Pope Leo XIV called upon for the good of the Venezuelan people to prevail, the rule of law be upheld, and human and civil rights of all to be respected, Vatican News reported on Sunday.

"The good of the beloved Venezuelan people must prevail over every other consideration and lead us to overcome violence and to undertake paths of justice and peace, safeguarding the country's sovereignty, ensuring the rule of law enshrined in the Constitution, respecting the human and civil rights of each person and of all, and working to build tog...