Overview

• Pope Leo XIV hosted an interfaith audience urging dialogue, bridge-building, and disarmament to address global conflicts and divisions.
• In a meeting with U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, the pope discussed humanitarian concerns, bilateral relations, and global peace efforts.
• He reaffirmed his commitment to synodal governance and ecumenical dialogue, continuing the initiatives of his predecessor, Pope Francis.
• Leo XIV emphasized the Church's role in addressing ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence, advocating for a human-centered approach to technology.
• The pontiff reiterated his appeals for ceasefires in Gaza and Ukraine, calling for urgent negotiations to end suffering and achieve lasting peace.