Over a million Catholic youths concluded a weeklong Jubilee in Rome with Pope Leo XIV. The Pope addressed the young people, emphasizing dialogue over conflict and acknowledging those unable to attend due to war in places like Gaza and Ukraine. He urged them to spread their faith and aspire to holiness. The event, part of a Holy Year pilgrimage, saw joyous celebrations despite some challenges, including overnight rain and the tragic deaths of two young pilgrims.

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