In his inaugural Sunday noon blessing, Pope Leo XIV urged an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and a just peace in Ukraine, addressing global leaders to prevent further conflicts. He also highlighted the need for humanitarian aid and the return of war prisoners, expressing deep empathy for the suffering of the Ukrainian people. Leo’s unique approach included singing the Regina Caeli prayer from a prominent position in St. Peter's Square, emphasizing a tradition of peace that echoes the sentiments of his predecessors while making a poignant statement during turbulent global times.
Pope Leo XIV emphasized a call for lasting peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, urging the world to remember the pain of war.
In his first apostolic blessing, Pope Leo XIV highlighted the urgency for humanitarian aid in Gaza and the release of hostages, encapsulating a plea for peace.
Echoing Pope Francis, Pope Leo XIV described current global conflicts as a 'third world war in pieces', stressing the need for collective resolution and humanitarian care.
Leo’s return to the loggia saw him re-emphasizing the papal tradition of blessing, while advocating for peace, humanitarian efforts, and the release of war prisoners.
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