Pope Leo: Easter Peace Call, Old Traditions

Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope, delivered his first Easter mass from St. Peter's

Basilica, urging world leaders to drop their weapons and choose dialogue over war.

He highlighted Easter's hope from Jesus' resurrection, but broke tradition by not naming specific

global conflicts in his Irviet Orbee blessing to the city and the world.

Amid the ongoing United States and Israel war against Iran now in his second month, plus

Russia's campaign in Ukraine, Leo called out indifference to.

Thousands of deaths, hatreds fallout, and economic fallout without pointing fingers directly.

He nodded to his predecessor, Pope Francis' words from last Easter, right before Francis

passed away the next day.

Around 50,000 faithful PACs St. Peter's Square, where the 70-year-old pontiff greeted them

in 10 languages and revived old customs.

Like fully caring, the good Friday cross, and washing priests' feet to boost clergy

morale.

In the Holy Land, Easter ceremonies at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre got scaled back

under Israeli security limits for missile attacks, straining.

Ties with church leaders and muting other holidays, too.

Leo announced a prayer vigil for peace on April 11 inside the Basilica, pushing everyone

to reject domination and embrace encounters that heal A.

World torn by violence and apathy.

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