How to Justly Conduct an Unjust war? Catholic Scholars Weigh in on Iran
We must immediately and unequivocally renounce any genocidal aims, recognize international humanitarian law and the legitimacy of selective conscientious objection for military personnel, pursue negotiations in good faith, and do all possible to secure a lasting cease-fire.
William "Bill" O'Neill S.J., director, immigration ethics, quoted by .
May 6, 2026