In this, the Pope is taking the position that all things are permitted by God for the perfection of the human race. His words may be shocking to some Americans, but would be readily understood by the Prophets (who said similar things about the Babylonian Captivity), the Church Fathers (who said such things about the Roman Empire) and Fatima visionaries (who prophesied such things would happen.)
Amen. Excellent. I was taught God had a permissive and an active Will.