Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, celebrated his inaugural mass in St. Peter's Basilica, calling for unity and a missionary spirit among Catholics. Addressing a crowd of over 200,000, he acknowledged global discord and suffering, particularly in Ukraine, Myanmar, and Gaza. He met with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and other world leaders, including US Vice President Vance, before the mass, emphasizing his commitment to serving all with faith and joy. The ceremony included the presentation of the Fisherman's Ring and tributes to Pope Francis.

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