Pope Leo XIV's Easter Peace Call

By Jordan Kim

In his inaugural Easter message, "Urbi et Orbi," Pope Leo XIV passionately urged world leaders from St. Peter's Basilica to pursue peace through dialogue rather than force. He emphasized the nonviolent power of Christ's resurrection as a model for global understanding, notably calling for weapons to be laid down and advocating for universal non-aggression without naming specific conflicts.

Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Easter message, "Urbi et Orbi," from St. Peter's Basilica, urging world leaders to embrace peace through dialogue rather than force.
He emphasized the nonviolent power of Christ's resurrection as a model for fostering respectful relationships globally, as reported by The Washington Post.
The Pope notably avoided naming specific conflicts or countries, focusing instead on a universal message of peace, a departure from previous papal practice.
As the Middle East Monitor highlighted, Pope Leo implored, "Let those who have weapons lay them down! Let those who have the power to unleash wars choose peace!"
His address underscored a commitment to non-aggression and mutual understanding, calling for a peace "not imposed by force, but through dialogue."

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