Pope Leo XIII presided over a solemn vigil at the Colosseum in Rome on Good Friday, marked by prayers for children who are victims of conflict and forced migration.
In front of thousands of faithful gathered in the iconic Roman amphitheater, the pontiff participated in a candlelight ceremony, punctuated by spiritual meditations focused on the suffering of the most vulnerable.
Prayers were dedicated in particular to war orphans and expelled migrant children, in an international context marked by increasing conflicts and population displacements.
During this vigil, the Pope also delivered a strong message to world leaders, warning them that their decisions would one day be judged by God, in a stance with strong moral implications.
This ceremony, which commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, is part of a series of recent interventions by the Pope, who has become a critical voice in the face of international tensions, particularly around the war involving Iran.
With this speech, the head of the Catholic Church once again called for responsibility from leaders and increased attention to the most vulnerable populations, especially children caught up in contemporary crises.
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