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Pope warns a 'paradise of machines' could undermine humanity as he opens France trip

Sep 26, 2026 · The Associated Press

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Pope warns a 'paradise of machines' could undermine humanity as he opens France trip
Pope Leo XIV, left, and French President Emmanuel Macron, attend a joint statement at the Elysee Palace, Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.
Pope Leo XIV, left, and French President Emmanuel Macron, attend a joint statement at the Elysee Palace, Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.

Pope Leo XIV has warned that a "paradise of machines" could undermine humanity. He raises concerns about artificial intelligence, nuclear arms, and human rights during his visit to France.

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