Marking his first Easter season as pontiff, Pope Leo delivered a powerful message against global cruelty. During a traditional foot-washing ceremony involving twelve priests, the Pope took the opportunity to fiercely condemn the "brutality" of the modern world.
The solemn ritual, emblematic of humility and service, served as the backdrop for an urgent appeal to the faithful. Pope Leo called upon Catholics worldwide to actively stand in solidarity with the marginalized and oppressed, emphasizing the need for profound compassion in an increasingly harsh global landscape.