Vatican City: Pope Leo XIV reaffirmed on Friday the Church's doctrine that "the family is founded on the stable union between man and woman." During an address to diplomats accredited to the Holy See, he emphasized the importance of this traditional family structure.

According to Burkina Information Agency, Pope Leo XIV used the occasion to urge governments worldwide to "work hard to build harmonious and peaceful civil societies." He highlighted that the foundation of such societies rests on investing in families, which he defined as being based on the stable union between a man and a woman.

The Pope's remarks came during a meeting held on May 16, 2025, where he addressed various diplomats. His message underscored the Church's longstanding position on family values, urging political leaders to prioritize these principles in their efforts to foster societal harmony.