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Pope Leo XIV Holds Christmas Mass And Urbi Et Orbi Blessing

Pope Leo XIV holds Christmas Mass at St Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, Vatican, on December 25, 2025. As war continues to scar the world, Pope Leo XIV uses his Christmas Urbi et Orbi message to renew his appeal for peace, dialogue, and responsibility, turning to those regions where violence and instability continue to claim innocent lives. (Photo by Massimo Valicchia/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13128989
Date taken: 25 December 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Massimo Valicchia/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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