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Pope Leo XIV made a powerful entrance by helicopter to a sea of over a million young pilgrims from 150 nations gathered in Rome. Speaking in English, Spanish, and Italian, the Pope urged youth to choose love over likes, and truth over trends. He warned of social media’s grip, saying, “When tools control us, we become tools.” At Tor Vergata, flags waved and friendships bloomed as pilgrims camped in 30°C heat, finding unity through hymns, confession in 12 languages, and a message of peace. Calling on youth to be “missionaries of friendship,” the Pope returned Sunday for a historic final Mass during a Holy Year that’s expected to draw 32 million faithful.
