Editorial photo #13129012 Religion and Belief

Pope Leo XIV Holds Christmas Mass And Urbi Et Orbi Blessing

Pope Leo XIV delivers his Urbi et Orbi Message to the world from the central loggia of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, Vatican, on December 25, 2025. As war continues to scar the world, Pope Leo XIV renews his appeal for peace, dialogue, and responsibility, addressing those regions where violence and instability continue to claim innocent lives. (Photo by Massimo Valicchia/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13129012
Date taken: 25 December 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Massimo Valicchia/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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