Pope Leo XIV urges global leaders to choose peace in his first Easter Mass
Pope Leo XIV delivered his first address as pontiff to thousands in St Peter's Square on Easter Sunday, calling on world leaders to opt for peace.
In his first Easter Mass as pontiff, Pope Leo XIV addressed a crowd of thousands of worshippers gathered in St Peter's Square at the Vatican. During his homily, the new Pope issued a pressing call for global leaders to prioritize peace in their decisions and actions, emphasizing the importance of reconciliation in a world context marked by conflicts. This message, delivered on one of the most significant celebrations in the Christian calendar, underscores the pontiff's commitment to diplomacy and international unity from the outset of his papacy. The ceremony, broadcast worldwide, symbolizes a new chapter in Catholic Church leadership, focusing on hope and cooperation among nations.
