Military archbishop says "it's hard" to see Iran war "as something that would be sponsored by the Lord"

April 3, 2026

TL;DR

Archbishop Timothy Broglio questions the justification of the U.S. war in Iran, citing Just War Theory.
He stated that war should be a last resort and it's difficult to view the Iran conflict as "sponsored by the Lord."
Broglio referenced Pope Leo's urging for negotiation and an "off-ramp" in the conflict.
He advised Catholic service members to "do as little harm as you can, and to try and preserve innocent lives."
Broglio discussed the limitations of conscientious objection in the U.S. military, which does not allow objection to specific wars.
He highlighted the concept of "moral injury" among service members due to combat violence and the need for healing.

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