Papst Leo XIV.

Pope Leo XIV is the current Pope, recently celebrating his first Easter in Rome. At 70 years old, he emphasized tradition and dignity during the Easter celebrations, including personally carrying the cross during the Good Friday procession. He recently held a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who spoke of a Russian "Easter escalation," referring to a large-scale drone and missile attack. Beyond these events, Pope Leo XIV made a historic visit to Monaco, where he addressed the population, urging them to use their wealth to advocate for the disadvantaged. His visit and pronouncements highlight the Church's continued engagement with global issues and its moral leadership role.