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Pope Leo XIV gets rock star welcome from young Catholics at vigil
The event, part of the Catholic Church’s “Jubilee of Youth,” was among the largest gatherings since the pope’s appointment earlier this year.
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Pope Leo XIV appeals for end to Gaza ‘barbarity’
The Pope appealed for “an immediate halt to the barbarity of the war” and for “a peaceful resolution of the conflict”.
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'Stop the tragedy of war,' Pope Leo says after US bombs Iran
Addressing the crowds in St. Peter's Square, Pope Leo said people all over the world were praying and crying for peace.
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Teenager set to become first millennial saint under Pope Leo XIV
The 15-year-old, who died of leukemia in 2006, is set to become the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint.
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Pope Leo denounces 'exclusion mentality' in Pentecost message
While the pontiff refrained from referencing any specific political events or naming global leaders, his message carried weight calling on the faithful to “open the borders of their hearts and minds.”
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Vatican unveils official portrait of Pope Leo XIV
The portrait, unveiled during a special press event at the Apostolic Palace, comes just eight days after his election.
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Pope Leo appeals for no more war in first Sunday address
Pope Leo will be formally inaugurated at a mass in St Peter's Square next week on 18 May.
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Pope Leo XIV sets tone for Papacy with focus on peace and tradition
Leo was chosen as the new pope on the second day of the conclave following the death of Pope Francis last month.