In these cases, where there is an unjust aggression, I can only say th…

Pope Francis
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In these cases, where there is an unjust aggression, I can only say that it is licit to stop the unjust aggressor. I emphasize the word: stop. I'm not saying drop bombs, make war, but stop the aggressor. The means used to stop him would have to be evaluated. ✨ Apostolic Journey Of His Holiness Pope Francis To The Republic Of Korea On The Occasion Of The 6th Asian Youth Day. In-flight Press Conference, w2.vatican.va. August 18, 2014.
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