In his inaugural Mass attended by prominent dignitaries, Pope Leo XIV urged unity and love, addressing global issues of discord and violence. The new pope, who is the first American pontiff, met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who thanked the Vatican for facilitating peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. Leo emphasized that the church should be a force for peace and reconciliation and stated his leadership approach would focus on love and dialogue rather than power or force, acknowledging the challenges posed by internal church divisions.
Pope Leo XIV emphasized a vision of a united church, expressing his hope that it would serve as a beacon for peace amidst global discord.
President Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for the Vatican's role in fostering dialogues for peace between Ukraine and Russia during his meeting with Pope Leo XIV.
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