Papal interview touches on Corpus Christi, Vatican Radio, climate change, peace

June 23, 2025

At the conclusion of his June 19 visit to Vatican Radio’s shortwave radio transmission center, Pope Leo XIV granted a three-minute interview to a reporter from Tg1, the newscast of RAI, Italy’s public broadcaster.

During the interview (Italian with English subtitles), the Pontiff discussed the feast of Corpus Christi, the work of Vatican Radio, and a project to make the Vatican powered entirely by sustainable energy.

“I think that this commitment on the part of the Church sets a very important example: we are all aware of the effects of climate change, and we really need to take care of the whole of creation, as Pope Francis taught so clearly,” Pope Leo said.

The Pontiff also described the international situation as “really worrying” and renewed his appeal for peace and diplomacy.

 

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Further information:

• "Let's get together to find solutions to war" says Pope Leo XIV in his first interview with a TV network Thursday evening on Tg1 at 8pm. (Tg1)