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Pope Leo XIV Calls for Peace During Palm Sunday Mass, Denounces War
In his Palm Sunday Mass, Pope Leo XIV delivered a strong message advocating for peace and praying for Christians in the Middle East, firmly rejecting the idea that God supports war.
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Summary
On March 29, 2026, Pope Leo XIV led a Palm Sunday Mass where he emphasized the critical need for peace in the world.
During his address, the Pope specifically prayed for Christians facing turmoil in the Middle East, highlighting their struggles.
He firmly rejected claims suggesting that God justifies war, reinforcing a message of non-violence and reconciliation.
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Date | March 29, 2026 |
| Source | AP News |
| Event | Palm Sunday Mass |
Updates
Update at 17:57 UTC on 2026-04-10
Politico reported Pope Leo XIV condemns war, rejects claims of divine backing Politico.
Sources: Politico
Sources
- AP News: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMilwFBVV95cUxNTzg1VDJBR2hkSVRZLWtuTG5xYVQ1MnBEazBuMWUxNlZVbjJobnRZajJNSjBoNDktSzZSR2JGT3hLZWU1TmZDSS1CYTdwZEdpbS1veGJVQUpEREs1aHVMLW9oVldUdjJqcFFxVGRtNDBmZmhFbjNkOS1SR2VFY0xYdFM0QVRHcVA0d0owUXJyT3pKRERmMzBr?oc=5
- Politico: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijwFBVV95cUxPVE5ZMnFncEdMMEprZ2Z3aHhmOHFTWFdCWHZOeGVHaXhUUjNiR2FpMTJJamJkMngyV01JOGRUb2J2el9uTDJKclVCYk01WFdIbXk2c3NuM2hsSGZfc21DVF9GYTlZaTFNNHhtYzJCQ3FSQ1NQeDBRdFVPNExibWVJSWZTTXk3bnEyNXlER0hSSQ?oc=5