Pope Leo XIV again called for "24-hour peace". This is reported by Vatican News. "I again call upon people of good will to observe at least one day of peace on the feast of the Savior's birthday," said Leo XIV on the evening of December 23.
In a conversation with journalists, he also commented on Russia's rejection of the Christmas ceasefire. "It is really deeply saddening that Russia seems to have rejected the request for a Christmas truce," the Pope said. Levon XIV again called on Russia to establish a ceasefire on Christmas Day.
"I hope they will listen to us and let these 24 hours come, a day of peace all over the world," he emphasized.
