In brief
During his Christmas address, Pope Francis called for world peace, highlighting the need for ceasefires in war-torn regions and compassion for the impoverished.
As Christians celebrated Christmas, Pope Francis made a heartfelt plea for peace amid ongoing global conflicts. Addressing thousands in St. Peter’s Square, he urged leaders to forgive debts that burden the world's poorest nations. His remarks echoed the urgent need for negotiation in Ukraine and an end to violence in the Middle East, particularly in Gaza, where humanitarian conditions are dire. He emphasized aid delivery and the importance of a ceasefire to help those suffering from conflict and hunger.This Christmas message coincided with the beginning of the Catholic Church’s Holy Year, known as a Jubilee, marked by the opening of the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, welcoming millions of pilgrims over the coming year.
