Pope Leo XIV has called for an end to global conflict, urging leaders to pursue “genuine, just and lasting peace” during a Sunday address from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica.
In only his second public appearance since assuming the papacy, the Chicago-born pontiff marked the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II by reflecting on the devastating toll of conflict, while voicing concern over current crises.
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He expressed sorrow over the war in Ukraine and the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Gaza, reiterating calls for a ceasefire and the release of hostages.
Aligning closely with the peace advocacy of his predecessor, Francis, the Pope emphasised the urgency of delivering aid to civilians he labelled as being ‘exhausted by war.’
His remarks were delivered following a prayer to the Virgin Mary before a crowd gathered in Vatican City.
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