Pope Leo XIV's First Press Event: Solidarity with Journalists and Peace Calls
CBS New YorkMay 12, 20251 min2,494 views
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- 🎙️ Pope Leo XIV opened his first press event with a lighthearted joke, thanking the thousands of journalists gathered in Vatican City for their reception.
- 💡 He acknowledged the tradition that applause at the beginning doesn't guarantee engagement until the end, expressing gratitude for their continued attention.
Solidarity and the Power of Words
- ✍️ The pontiff expressed solidarity with journalists globally who face imprisonment for seeking and reporting the truth.
- 💬 Pope Leo XIV reflected on the profound impact of words, emphasizing that communication is not just about transmitting information but also about creating a culture within human and digital environments.
Recent Events and Calls for Peace
- 🕊️ Following his first Sunday blessing from St. Peter's Basilica, where he wished mothers a happy Mother's Day, Pope Leo XIV has called for just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
- 🌍 He also urged for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
- 🗓️ The 69-year-old pontiff had a busy week of audiences leading up to his formal installation mass on Sunday.
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