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Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine and Gaza in first blessing as pontiff

euronews Sunday, 11 May 2025 ()
Pope Leo XIV gave his first blessing as pontiff this Sunday. In his speech, he called for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
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News video: Pope Leo calls for fighting to 'cease immediately' in Gaza Strip

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Pope Leo XIV calls for fighting to "cease immediately" in the Gaza Strip as he greets crowds from the balcony of St Peter's Basilica, in his second official public appearance since becoming the leader of the Catholic Church.

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