From Bethlehem and Gaza to Rome, Kyiv, Tokyo, Mumbai, and beyond, Christmas is being marked across the world with prayers, lights, and resilience. While millions gathered in churches and public squares to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, others observed the season under the shadow of war and hardship. From Pope Leo’s Christmas message in the Vatican to frontline celebrations in Ukraine and the return of Christmas services in Gaza after years of silence, here’s a global look at a season of hope, contrast, and survival.
25 December,2025 12:41 AM IST
Israel has intensified strikes on Rafah despite an active truce, hitting residential zones across southern Gaza with heavy artillery and helicopter fire. As global alarm grows, Pope Leo — the first U.S. pope — has issued one of his strongest statements yet, reaffirming that a Palestinian state is the only path to peace, even as Israel continues to reject that solution.
01 December,2025 09:25 PM IST
US President Donald Trump recently held a 2.5-hour ceasefire call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the Russia-Ukraine ceasefire. Trump, who has been actively mediating peace efforts between the two nations, disclosed details of the call at a recent press conference. He also revealed that after speaking with Putin, he held discussions with leaders of other European nations including Germany, Finland, the UK, and others.
20 May,2025 05:27 PM IST
In a significant message of hope, Pope Leo XIV welcomed the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, expressing his deepest prayers for sustained peace in the region. Addressing the tens of thousands gathered in St. Peter's Square during his first Sunday appearance as pontiff.
11 May,2025 07:53 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
