Pope Francis urges world leaders to transform military spending into investments in food and health

On World Food Day, Pope Francis stressed the need to address food insecurity, especially during wartime, and advocated for redirecting military expenses towards combating hunger and improving healthcare and education. He called on the FAO to prioritize the rights of small farmers and families in feeding people, emphasizing the importance of providing nutritious, affordable, and sustainable foods to eradicate hunger and poverty for all individuals. The pontiff highlighted the significance of meeting the basic needs of workers, farmers, the poor, and those in rural areas, aiming to ensure everyone has access to adequate food in both quantity and quality.

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