# #12857 Is Just War Theory Obsolete? Church Teachings on Conflict - Tom Nash

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Published: 2026-08-20T23:00:00+00:00
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“Is Just War Theory obsolete?” This question opens a discussion on the relevance of Church teachings in modern conflicts. The conversation also addresses the morality of drafting individuals into war, the balance between martyrdom and self-defense, and the implications of dissenting from papal teachings on Just War Theory. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:41 – Is Just War Theory Obsolete? 20:00 – I believe the Iran conflict is a just war. I disagree with what the flannel panel has said on this point. 34:20 – Regarding people who are drafted to fight a war against their will. What does the church teach? 37:05 – When should you accept martyrdom vs defending yourself? 39:34 – To what extent can language be used in a just or unjust way in waging or threatening war? 46:29 – If Catholics don’t agree that the pope is correct on Just War Theory, could we still call ourselves faithful Catholic? 51:31 – Regarding dispensationalism, Should Catholics do more to rebuke this theology that has influenced our countries military decision?

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