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Leo XIV warned that peace advocates are frequently ridiculed and marginalized during his St. Stephen's Day Angelus prayer in St. Peter's Square.Speaking on December 26, 2025, the American pontiff emphasized that those choosing non-violence are often unfairly accused of aiding adversaries while asserting that Christians should view all people as siblings.Leo XIV concluded his address by invoking the example of the first Christian martyr to encourage global reconciliation and dialogue in areas currently plagued by violence and oppression.
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