The pope called for peace, especially for the victims of “forgotten” wars, naming several conflicts in Africa.

Pope Leo decried conditions for Palestinians in Gaza in his Christmas sermon on Thursday, in an unusually direct appeal during what is normally a solemn, spiritual service on the day Christians across...

Thousands joined the pope for a joyful Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica and the first American pope described the holiday as one of hope, humanity and gratitude.