Pope Issues Calls for Peace in Troubled Regions Worldwide on Easter
- Pope Francis appealed for peace in conflict areas like Ukraine, Israel and Palestine, Syria, and other nations in his Easter address.
- He prayed for Ukrainians and Russians affected by the war and urged dialogue to end the conflict.
- The pope expressed deep concern over violence between Israelis and Palestinians and called for trust and cooperation.
- Francis praised countries that welcome refugees and migrants and urged respect for human rights around the globe.
- Recovering from illness, the pope participated in Holy Week events and Easter Mass in St. Peter's Square before tens of thousands of faithful.