Pope Leo urges people not to forget the Ukrainian
The Pope extended his wishes for peace, “in communion of faith in the Risen Lord,” to the Eastern Churches that today celebrate Easter according to the Julian calendar.
His prayers also focused on those suffering due to wars and especially “for the dear people of Ukraine.”
“May the light of Christ bring comfort to afflicted hearts and strengthen the hope for peace. May the international community’s attention to the tragedy of this war not waver!”
From Europe to the Middle East, Leo XIV reflected on “these days of sorrow, fear,” but also of “unwavering hope in God,” experienced by the “beloved” people of Lebanon.
“I call on the parties in the conflict to declare a ceasefire and urgently seek a peaceful solution.”
The Pope renewed his invitation to the warring parties to lay down their arms and begin, “without preconditions, a sincere dialogue aimed at ending this fratricidal war as soon as possible.”
