Pope Francis calls for global peace, focusing on Ukraine and the Middle East, in his Christmas message.

Pope Francis called for peace and reconciliation worldwide in his annual Christmas "Urbi et Orbi" message, urging negotiations to end the war in Ukraine and conflicts in the Middle East. He also emphasized the need to help vulnerable groups, including children affected by war and hunger, the elderly, refugees, and the unemployed. Francis launched the Holy Year, expected to draw 32 million pilgrims, and highlighted the rare overlap of Hanukkah and Christmas.

December 25, 2024
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