Ayatollah Mahdi Hadavi Tehrani issiued letter to Pope Leo XIV.
A Letter from the Grand Ayatollah Mahdi Hadavi Tehrani to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV
In the name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
His Excellency
Pope Leo XIV
Your Excellency,
I hope this message finds you in good health and peace. I would like to express my sincere thanks and deep gratitude for your continuous efforts to promote peace, justice, and security in the world, especially in the West Asia region (Middle East). Your commitment to defending human dignity and opposing unjust actions directed toward the Islamic Republic of Iran is deeply appreciated.
In recent years, the international community has witnessed actions that cross fundamental ethical boundaries—acts that harm innocent people, disregard moral values, and undermine the principles taught by Jesus Christ. Your Excellency has courageously spoken out against such behaviors, standing firmly on the side of justice, compassion, and humanity.
May God strengthen you to remain steadfast on this righteous path.
I had the honor of meeting His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI in 2006 and His Holiness Pope Francis in 2016. I sincerely hope that I may have the opportunity to meet Your Excellency in 2026, whether in Iran or at the Vatican.
May your noble efforts for peace and global harmony continue throughout your blessed service in the Vatican. May God guide all of us to serve humanity with sincerity and devotion.
With deepest respect and gratitude,
Mahdi Hadavi Tehrani
Qom, The Holy City
13 April 2026
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