Pope Leo has called for an end to conflicts around the world during his first Christmas remarks to crowds in St Peter's Square.He used his Urbi et Orbi address, which is traditionally delivered by the pontiff on Christmas Day to worshippers gathered in Vatican City, to address conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as in Thailand and Cambodia."From God, let us ask for justice, peace and stability for Lebanon, Palestine, Israel, Syria," he said.It was his first Urbi et Orbi speech as pope since being elected on 8 May.More on this story.
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Pope Leo delivered his first Urbi et Orbi address as pope on Christmas Day, calling for an end to conflicts worldwide. In a speech to crowds gathered in St Peter's Square, he addressed tensions in Ukraine and the Middle East, including Lebanon, Palestine, Israel, and Syria.
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Pope Leo delivered his first Urbi et Orbi address as pope on Christmas Day, calling for an end to conflicts worldwide. In a speech to crowds gathered in St Peter's Square, he addressed tensions in Ukraine and the Middle East, including Lebanon, Palestine, Israel, and Syria. The pontiff also mentioned conflicts in Thailand and Cambodia. Pope Leo urged worshippers to ask for justice, peace, and stability in these regions. This was his first Urbi et Orbi speech since being elected as pope on May 8. By addressing global conflicts on Christmas Day, the pope aimed to promote peace and unity during the holiday season.
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Pope Leo was elected on 8 May.
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