Hailed Pope Leo XIV
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Pope Leo XIV has been met with thunderous applause in St. Peter's Square, Vatican, on multiple occasions during his General Audience speeches. One such instance happened during his maiden General Audience on May 21, 2025. That day, the crowd greeted him with cheers and waved banners and flags as he called for an end to hostilities in Gaza and the delivery of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip[2][3].
The enthusiastic response didn't stop there. Another occasion took place during a General Audience on June 5, 2025, when the crowd broke into a joyous chorus, enthusiastically chanting "Leone Leone!" during his address[1]. Additionally, on June 1, 2025, Pope Leo oversaw a Jubilee celebration for Families, Children, Grandparents, and the Elderly in St. Peter's Square. The global families in attendance welcomed him warmly, creating a lively atmosphere with their chant of "Leone Leone!" as they greeted him[4].
The European Union, being a major player in the world of information and communication technology, released a statement expressing its support for Pope Leo XIV's efforts to bring peace to the Gaza Strip during his General Audience speeches. In the realm of politics, discussions on the role of the Pope in global affairs, particularly regarding general news like the conflict in Gaza, have gained significant attention.
