Hundreds of thousands of young Catholics gathered in Rome for a weekend vigil and Mass led by Pope Leo XIV, marking his first major encounter with the next generation. The event, reminiscent of World Youth Day, saw pilgrims from around the globe participating in prayer, concerts, and confessions. While some Romans experienced inconveniences due to the influx of pilgrims, many expressed positive feelings about the event, highlighting the vibrancy of the Catholic faith. One tragedy occurred with the death of an 18-year-old pilgrim, to which the Pope offered condolences.

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