'Miracle of peace': Pope Leo XIV welcomes ceasefire between India and Pakistan in first Sunday appearance

Pope Leo XIV, in his inaugural Sunday blessing, passionately appealed for peace in Ukraine and Gaza, urging an immediate ceasefire, hostage release, and humanitarian aid. Echoing Pope Francis, he lamented the global conflicts as a "third world war in pieces." He also celebrated the India-Pakistan ceasefire and prayed for lasting peace, while extending Mother's Day greetings to mothers worldwide.