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Pope Leo XIV draws massive crowds in Paris for historic Mass FAST-MOVING

Pope Leo XIV is conducting a four-day apostolic visit to France, marked by a massive outdoor Mass at the Place de la Concorde and along the Champs-Élysées. The Vatican estimates that up to 700,000 people attended the service, making it one of the largest religious gatherings in recent years.

During his visit, the Pope addressed several critical global issues. At the UNESCO headquarters, he warned that multilateral organizations like the United Nations are in crisis and cautioned that unchecked artificial intelligence could lead to a ‘paradise of machines’ taking control of the Earth. He also expressed concerns regarding nuclear weapons and the potential for a new arms race.

On social issues, the Pope visited Maison Bakhita, a center supporting migrants, where he called for the dignified treatment of refugees and emphasized the importance of creating space for peace and trust. He also noted a surprising increase in adults seeking Christian sacraments in France, despite the country's highly secularized culture. Following the events in Paris, the Pope is scheduled to travel to Lourdes and Metz.

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Catholic Institute of Paris · Champs-Élysées · Emmanuel Macron · France · Lourdes · Maison Bakhita · Notre-Dame · Paris · Place de la Concorde · Pope Leo XIV · UNESCO · Vatican

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