Pope Leo XIV inaugurated his papacy with a ceremonial Mass in St. Peter's Square, emphasizing unity among Catholics and the importance of caring for the environment and the poor. He addressed world leaders, including US Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who attended the Mass. In his homily, the pope noted the plight of Ukraine, urging for a 'just and lasting peace' and indicated the Vatican’s readiness to host peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, setting a tone of compassionate leadership and diplomatic engagement early in his papacy.
In his inaugural homily, Pope Leo XIV emphasized the need for unity within the Church and called for increased care for nature and support for the impoverished.
Pope Leo XIV's reference to the 'martyred' Ukraine during his inaugural Mass highlighted his commitment to advocating for peace amidst ongoing conflicts involving the country.
The newly inaugurated pope's words during the Mass, focusing on healing the divisions in society, resonate with the urgent need for collective action to address environmental and humanitarian crises.
Notably, Pope Leo XIV expressed a willingness to offer the Vatican as a neutral ground for potential peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, signaling his diplomatic intentions.
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