Afghanistan, May 14 -- Pope Leo XIV urged the release of imprisoned journalists, emphasizing press freedom, ethical reporting, and responsibility in using modern technologies.
In a strong affirmation of press freedom, the leader of the global Catholic Church has called for the release of journalists imprisoned for fulfilling their duty to inform the public. Emphasizing the importance of truth in journalism, he urged media outlets to avoid fueling conflict and to focus on objective reporting rather than partisanship.
During his first official meeting with media representatives, Pope Leo XIV criticized manipulative and war-mongering communication tactics. He stressed the crucial role that media must play in promoting peace and truth in toda...