Pope Francis says schools must do more to combat bullying

Pope Francis has addressed around 2,000 Italian educators and parents at the Vatican, warning that bullying in schools “prepares students for war, not peace.” He urged the audience to combat bullying both in educational settings and at home, highlighting the importance of fostering peace through education. The pontiff praised efforts to promote peace in schools, stating that “imagining peace” is essential for creating “a more just and fraternal world.”