Pope Leo XIV, in his inaugural Sunday noon blessing, called for peace in Ukraine, a ceasefire in Gaza, and the release of hostages, emphasizing humanitarian aid and unity during a message delivered from St. Peter’s Basilica.
Pope Leo XIV, in his first Sunday noon address as pontiff, appealed for peace and humanitarian action, urging a just resolution in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. He also called for the release of hostages and the swift delivery of humanitarian aid.
Speaking from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV reflected on the historical significance of peace, recalling the end of World War II and quoting Pope Francis in describing the global conflicts as a “third world war in pieces.”
The address coincided with Mother’s Day, prompting the pope to extend greetings to mothers worldwide, including those “in heaven.” The gathering at St. Peter’s Square, marked by the presence of Jubilee marching bands, responded with enthusiastic cheers and music as the basilica’s bells tolled.
This marked the pope's first return to the loggia since his historic election as the first American pope on Thursday, during which he also delivered a message of peace. Earlier in the day, he celebrated a private Mass near the tomb of St. Peter with the head of his Augustinian order, Rev. Alejandro Moral Anton.
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