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Pope Leo Criticizes Political Nationalism, Appeals for Reconciliation

On June 9, 2025, Pope Leo XIV led the Sunday service at St. Peter’s Square, addressing a crowd of tens of thousands of worshippers.
He criticized the rise of nationalist political movements and called for reconciliation and dialogue without naming any country or politician.
The Pope aligned his message with late Pope Francis’s May 2023 observations on global disconnection and prayed for peace in families and international relations.
Leo greeted everyone with "Peace be with you all," highlighting that true peace begins within individuals and is essential for fostering harmony in families, communities, and between nations.
This Mass underscored Leo’s dedication to fostering harmony and unity, emphasizing his calls for a fair resolution to the conflict in Ukraine and an end to hostilities in Gaza.

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Pope Leo criticizes political nationalism, prays for reconciliation and dialogue

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