NEW DELHI: Pope Leo XIV on Sunday welcomed the ceasefire between India and Pakistan , stating that he hopes the ongoing negotiations can pave the way for lasting peace.
In his first Sunday noon appeal, newly elected Pope Leo XIV called for peace in Ukraine, a ceasefire, and the release of hostages in Gaza, urging global efforts to bring an end to the ongoing conflicts.
Leo also noted that Sunday marked Mother’s Day in many countries and extended his wishes to all mothers, "including those in heaven," for a Happy Mother’s Day. Italian authorities estimated that around 100,000 people gathered in the square.
The 69-year-old American-born missionary was elected the 267th pope earlier this week, following the death of Pope Francis on April 21.
In his first Sunday noon appeal, newly elected Pope Leo XIV called for peace in Ukraine, a ceasefire, and the release of hostages in Gaza, urging global efforts to bring an end to the ongoing conflicts.
Leo also noted that Sunday marked Mother’s Day in many countries and extended his wishes to all mothers, "including those in heaven," for a Happy Mother’s Day. Italian authorities estimated that around 100,000 people gathered in the square.
The 69-year-old American-born missionary was elected the 267th pope earlier this week, following the death of Pope Francis on April 21.
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