Pope Leo XIV expressed his hope that recent humanitarian efforts in Oleshky, Ukraine, will foster dialogue and advance concrete peace initiatives.

Pope Leo XIV expressed his hope today that recent humanitarian actions benefiting the civilian population of Oleshky, Ukraine, will help strengthen dialogue between the parties and foster concrete peace initiatives.

Addressing the faithful and pilgrims gathered in Saint Peter's Square following the recitation of the Angelus for the Solemnity of All Saints, the Pontiff highlighted the importance of the collaboration that made these humanitarian assistance operations possible. He urged that this gesture serve to encourage renewed efforts to end the suffering caused by armed conflicts.

The Bishop of Rome entrusted to the Virgin Mary, Queen of Peace and of All Saints, those suffering from the consequences of war in various regions of the world.

In his address, Pope Leo XIV also recalled the beatification held on Saturday in Savannah, Georgia, of Pedro de Corpa and four companions—friars of the Order of Friars Minor who were killed in 1597.

Furthermore, the Pontiff referenced the Youth Olympic Games taking place in Dakar, the capital of Senegal, from October 31 to November 13, featuring athletes aged 15 to 18. He emphasized that this marks the first Olympic event hosted on the African continent, noting that alongside the athletic competitions, the schedule includes educational and cultural encounters designed to promote Olympic values and mutual understanding among youth from different nations. Pope Leo XIV stated that "sport constitutes a sign of hope" and conveyed his greetings and blessing to all participants.

In another segment of his address, he announced the celebration of the Mission with the Poor in Rome from November 8 to 15, organized by the Friars Minor, an initiative placing vulnerable individuals at the center of its activities.

Likewise, he noted that on Monday, during the commemoration of All Souls' Day, he will celebrate Mass at Rome's Verano Cemetery, inviting believers to pray for the deceased, particularly for "those who no longer have anyone to remember them."