Overview
- In a CBS News interview, Archbishop Timothy Broglio said it is hard to see the Iran war as something “sponsored by the Lord” and suggested it likely fails Just War standards that reject preemptive force.
- He said it is “a little bit problematic” that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth invoked Jesus when discussing the conflict.
- Broglio urged negotiations to reduce violence, aligning with Pope Leo XIV’s calls for an off‑ramp.
- He advised Catholic service members to do as little harm as possible and to protect innocent lives, noting they must refuse only clearly immoral orders.
- He said chaplains are treating more “moral injury,” helping troops process guilt and seek healing after lawful combat actions.