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Pope Leo calls for Ukraine peace and Gaza ceasefire in first Sunday address

On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV appeared on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome to give his inaugural Sunday blessing to an audience of roughly 100,000 people, urging an end to the conflict in Ukraine, a halt to hostilities in Gaza, and the release of those held captive.
His address came after his election the previous Thursday and a meeting with cardinals on Saturday, during which he explained that he chose the name Leo to honor Pope Leo XIII’s legacy in engaging with social issues.
Pope Leo prayed at the tomb of Pope Francis, indicated his papacy will follow Francis's footsteps, embraced a missionary focus, courageous dialogue, and care for the least, and is expected to adopt progressive social stances.
He called for "authentic, just and lasting peace" in Ukraine, humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the release of hostages while urging the world powers with the words, "never again war."
This first public address signals Pope Leo's emphasis on peace and social justice, and it precedes his installation Mass scheduled for May 18 amid hopes for unity in a polarized Church.

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Pope calls for 'no more war' during first papal prayer

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