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Pope Calls for Peace Amid Ukraine and Gaza Crises

12/30/2025

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Pope Leo XIV of the Catholic Church called for an end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict and urged sincere, direct dialogue amid Kyiv's violence.
In his Urbi et Orbi Christmas address, he stressed global peace and reconciliation and highlighted the plight of displaced populations.
He drew attention to the Gaza crisis, noting harsh winter conditions have left many without shelter, and aid groups seek more support for 2.1 million Gaza residents.

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Story summary

Pope Leo XIV of the Catholic Church called for an end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict and urged sincere, direct dialogue amid Kyiv's violence.
In his Urbi et Orbi Christmas address, he stressed global peace and reconciliation and highlighted the plight of displaced populations.
He drew attention to the Gaza crisis, noting harsh winter conditions have left many without shelter, and aid groups seek more support for 2.1 million Gaza residents.