Pope Leo XIV appeals for 'no more war' in first Sunday message

In his first Sunday address, Pope Leo XIV hailed the India-Pakistan ceasefire and urged lasting peace between the nuclear neighbours. Echoing past calls for "no more war," reminiscent of Pope Francis, he appealed to world powers and prayed for peace. Leo XIV also advocated for enduring peace in Ukraine, a ceasefire in Gaza, and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, stressing peace as humanity's path. He lamented today's "piecemeal Third World War," a phrase coined by Francis, noting the 80th anniversary of World War Two's end. Despite the solemn message, tens of thousands in St. Peter's Square and the Via della Conciliazione applauded his plea for peace. The Pope concluded by expressing his deep concern for the "suffering of the beloved people of Ukraine." ---------------- Social Media ---------------- Facebook:   / shalomworldnews   Instagram:   / shalomworldnews   Twitter: https://x.com/shalomworldnews