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Holy See: Disarmament essential for peace
Holy See urges immediate disarmament to build peace, calling for nuclear and AI safeguards.
In brief
Holy See urges immediate disarmament to build peace, calling for nuclear and AI safeguards. The Holy See states disarmament is essential for peace and cannot be postponed, stressing nuclear and AI risks. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
Holy See addresses UN General Assembly
Archbishop Christophe El Kassis spoke at the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
“Disarmament is not an abstract aspiration; it cannot be postponed until more favourable circumstances arise.”
Disarmament critical for peace
Disarmament is essential to building peace and cannot be postponed, according to the Holy See.
“Disarmament is an essential part of building peace.”
Military spending concerns
The Holy See warns that continued growth in global military expenditure is a serious concern.
“At a time when progress towards integral human development is fragile and so many basic human needs are unmet, the continued growth of global military expenditure is a serious concern.”
Nuclear weapons landscape
The nuclear landscape causes profound concern, with AI integration into nuclear systems posing risks.
“These developments further expose the flawed logic of nuclear deterrence as a security model.”
Call for nuclear treaties
The Holy See urges respect for existing nuclear commitments and the CTBT as an urgent priority.
“Until then, existing moratoria on nuclear tests must be upheld, and the verification regime must be fully supported.”
Preventing space militarization
The Holy See encourages efforts to prevent the militarization of outer space for peaceful purposes.
“The Holy See therefore encourages renewed efforts to prevent the militarisation of outer space, ensuring that space activities are conducted responsibly and exclusively for peaceful purposes and the benefit of all humanity.”
Hunger and poverty crisis
Poverty is the world's greatest challenge, with hunger and malnutrition affecting millions.
“Poverty is the greatest challenge facing our world today.”
Eradicating hunger requires action
Addressing conflicts, climate change, and economic structures is essential to end hunger.
“It is essential that the international community places human dignity at the centre of its work.”
The bottom line
The Holy See states disarmament is essential for peace and cannot be postponed, stressing nuclear and AI risks.
