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Pope Léon XIV Calls for Peace in Ukraine and Gaza During First Public Prayer

Delivering his first Regina Caeli from St. Peter’s Basilica, the new pontiff emphasized global unity, social justice, and an end to ongoing conflicts.

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Les 133 cardinaux électeurs, réunis depuis le 7 mai dans la chapelle Sixtine, vont élire le lendemain, au 3e tour de scrutin, le cardinal américain Robert Francis Prevost qui prendra le nom de Léon XIV.
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Le pape Léon XIV lors d’une visite surprise au Sanctuaire de la Mère du Bon Conseil à Genazzano, Rome, en Italie, le 10 mai 2025.

Overview

  • Pope Léon XIV delivered his first Regina Caeli prayer on May 11, addressing thousands gathered at St. Peter’s Basilica.
  • He urged world leaders to halt the war in Ukraine and advocated for a ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the need for peace and justice.
  • The pontiff’s early vision highlights a commitment to social doctrine, inspired by Pope Léon XIII, addressing challenges like AI and industrial transformations.
  • Léon XIV has called for humility and synodal leadership, fostering open dialogue with cardinals to shape his papacy collaboratively.
  • He paid tribute to his predecessor Pope Francis by praying at his tomb and pledged to continue the Church's adherence to Vatican II principles.