LOADING ERROR LOADINGVATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff with a call Sunday to exercise hope against “the violence of war that kills and destroys,’’ saying “we need this song of hope today” as conflicts spread around the world. In his Easter homily, the pope singled out those who wage war, abuse the weak and prioritize profits. AdvertisementPope Leo XIV sprinkles holy water with a bunch of hyssop sprigs as he presides over Easter Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on Sunday. Andrew Medichini via Associated PressCrowds pack St. Peter's Square for Easter Mass on Sunday. On Tuesday, the pope had expressed hope that the war could be finished before Easter.

Source: Huffington Post April 05, 2026 16:45 UTC