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Pope Urges Global Peace Amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict

12/24/2025

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Pope Leo expressed deep sadness over Russia's refusal to agree to a Christmas ceasefire in its ongoing war with Ukraine.
Speaking to journalists in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, he emphasized the importance of peace and urged people of goodwill to treat Christmas Day as a day of tranquility.
He hopes for at least 24 hours of peace worldwide.
He appeals again for compassion amid the conflict.

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Pope Leo expressed deep sadness over Russia's refusal to agree to a Christmas ceasefire in its ongoing war with Ukraine.
Speaking to journalists in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, he emphasized the importance of peace and urged people of goodwill to treat Christmas Day as a day of tranquility.
He hopes for at least 24 hours of peace worldwide.
He appeals again for compassion amid the conflict.