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As war continues to leave its mark on the world, Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Christmas message known as “Urbi et Orbi.” The Holy Father stressed the necessity for peace, dialogue and responsibility, addressing those regions where violence and instability continue to claim innocent lives.
“Let us ask God for justice, peace and stability for Lebanon, Palestine, Israel and Syria, relying on these divine words: ‘The effect of justice will be peace, and the result of righteousness, tranquility and trust forever,’” he said.
He made a special appeal for Ukraine, urging that "the sound of the guns stop" and that all those involved, with the support of the international community, find the courage to engage in "sincere, direct and respectful dialogue."
"Let us entrust the entire European continent to the Prince of Peace, asking him to continue to inspire a spirit of community and cooperation, in solidarity and acceptance of those in need. Let us pray in a special way for the people of Ukraine. May the noise of the guns cease and the parties involved, with the support and commitment of the international community, find the courage to engage in a sincere, direct and respectful dialogue," the Pope said.
The Pope also prayed for the restoration of the "ancient friendship" between Thailand and Cambodia and entrusted to God the peoples of South Asia and Oceania, who have been severely affected by recent natural disasters, calling for a renewed commitment to helping those who suffer.
Against this backdrop of conflict, Pope Leo XIV recalled the meaning of Christmas, proclaiming that “today, true peace has descended upon us from heaven.” Quoting Saint Leo the Great, he affirmed that “the birth of God is the birth of peace.”
Christ, the Pope continued, is peace because He frees humanity from sin and "shows us the way to overcome conflicts, whether interpersonal or international."
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