"Pope Francis Urges Ceasefire in Easter Address"

Pope Francis called for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas during his Easter message at the Vatican, addressing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East while expressing concerns for those affected by war and calling for humanitarian aid and the release of hostages. Despite recent health concerns, the 87-year-old pontiff delivered the message in full and appeared in good spirits, emphasizing the need for peace and assistance for those impacted by war, food insecurity, climate change, and human trafficking.