Pope Leo calls for Ukraine peace and Gaza ceasefire in first Sunday address
Sunday, 11 May 2025 () Pope Leo XIV appealed for "no more war" as he gave his first Sunday message to crowds in St Peter's Square since his election as pontiff.
American Pope Leo XIV stunned the world in his first public address by boldly calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza—directly clashing with U.S. President Donald Trump's stance on the conflict. Speaking to over 100,000 people at St. Peter’s Square, the newly elected pontiff demanded the...
Amid escalating global interest in resolving the Russia–Ukraine war, Pope Leo XIV offered the Vatican as a neutral ground for the next round of peace negotiations. Italian PM Giorgia Meloni confirmed the Pope’s willingness. However, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov dismissed the offer, claiming the Vatican is unsuitable as a platform, citing religious concerns and Ukraine’s persecution of the Orthodox Church. Lavrov also mentioned that Moscow’s draft peace memorandum is nearly ready, but there is no clarity yet on when the next round of talks might occur.
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Pope Leo XIV calls for humanitarian action in Gaza in first audience
The pontiff urged immediate humanitarian aid for Gaza and an end to its people’s "heartbreaking" suffering during his first general audience in St Peter’s Square.
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In a surprising display of political affinity, Louis, the brother of newly elected Pope Leo XIV, was photographed alongside U.S. President Donald Trump during a recent visit to the White House. The meeting, which sparked intense global curiosity, showcased Louis flashing a thumbs-up beside the President—fueling speculation about his personal leanings and the Vatican's unofficial ties. While Pope Leo XIV has remained silent on the matter, the photo of his brother has gone viral, prompting both admiration and criticism.
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In a historic and politically charged moment at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, shook hands with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska as his inaugural Mass drew to a close.
But the gesture was more than ceremonial. In his first global address, Pope Leo XIV vowed to make “every effort” to help end the war in Ukraine and later condemned the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, saying people had been “reduced to famine.”
World leaders—including U.S. Vice President JD Vance, UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney—looked on as faith and geopolitics collided in St. Peter’s Square.
Is the new pope signaling a bold new era of Vatican diplomacy? Can faith intervene where politics has failed?
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Pope Leo's inauguration mass draws global leaders
Pope Leo XIV was greeted by crowds of faithful as he arrived in St. Peter’s Square for his inauguration mass, attended by world leaders and religious delegations. He received the pallium and Fisherman’s Ring, key symbols of his new role
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Pope Leo XIV was officially vested with the pallium and the Fisherman’s Ring during his inauguration Mass in St. Peter’s Square, marking the formal start of his papacy. These ancient symbols of papal authority represent the Pope’s role as the shepherd of the Catholic Church and successor of Saint Peter. The ceremony, witnessed by world leaders and thousands of pilgrims, was rich in tradition and solemnity. The emblems signify unity, humility, and the Pope’s spiritual commitment to guiding over 1.3 billion Catholics worldwide through faith and service.
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