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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Around quarter of a million people are expected to pack into St Peter's Square in Vatican City on Sunday to watch the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV. Sky News
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed gratitude to Pope Leo XIV for offering to mediate global peace. In a heartfelt message on X, Zelensky called peace Ukraine’s “most sacred wish” and welcomed the Pope’s readiness to help end war. He reaffirmed Kyiv’s call for a full ceasefire and proposed a personal high-level meeting with Russia. The Pope had made his offer during an audience with Eastern Church pilgrims in Rome. His remarks are the latest in a string of Vatican efforts to reduce tensions worldwide and promote diplomacy over war.
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Visitors are pouring into Dolton, Illinois, to witness the humble beginnings of Pope Leo XIV. The vacant childhood home of the beloved pontiff has become a historic pilgrimage site, drawing crowds and rekindling hope in a struggling neighborhood. Locals remember a modest, faith-filled past, anchored by the church that helped shape his spiritual journey. As the world looks to Dolton for inspiration, many believe the Pope’s roots could be a spark for peace and renewal in the community he once called home.
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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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Usha Vance’s decision to wear a traditional mantilla at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration has sparked controversy and raised eyebrows worldwide. Why did the Second Lady choose to honor the Catholic tradition with this symbolic gesture? In this video, we dive into the deeper meaning behind Usha’s choice, exploring its cultural and religious significance. A Hindu by faith, Usha has supported her husband, Vice President JD Vance, through his conversion to Catholicism—now, her bold display of respect at the Vatican draws attention from both critics and supporters. Was this a political statement, a gesture of respect, or something more? Watch as we unpack the tension between faith, politics, and symbolism at this historic event with the first American pope.
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Pope Leo XIV will be formally inaugurated as the 267th pontiff of the Catholic Church during a Mass at St. Peter’s Square, marking the official beginning of his papacy. Chosen after a two-day conclave following Pope Francis’ passing, Pope Leo—first ever from the U.S.—has already emphasized the urgent need to restore faith and unity in the Church. His inaugural Mass follows his first service in the Sistine Chapel on May 9. The ceremony is expected to draw global attention, with world leaders, clergy, and millions of faithful watching the live broadcast.
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Pope Leo XIV promised to resist the "temptation to be an autocrat" and not to rule by "religious propaganda" as he was officially inaugurated at the Vatican. Sky News
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Ukraine’s president was among the dignitaries and world leaders in St. Peter’s Square after the pope proposed the Vatican as a venue for peace talks. NYTimes.com