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American Robert Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the new pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. As the announcement was made, a papal tapestry was unfurled on the balcony, and the crowd in St. Peter's Square erupted in cheers and chants. The atmosphere in St. Peter's Square was filled with excitement as the crowd eagerly awaited Pope Leo XIV's first appearance on the balcony. Pope Leo XIV, born in Chicago, addressed the crowd in Italian, greeting them with a message of peace: "Peace be with all of you.”. The 69-year-old pope expressed his desire for peace to reach all families, adding, "May peace be with you" as he began his first speech as pontiff. Continuing his message, Pope Leo XIV emphasized God's unconditional love for all and paid tribute to his predecessor, Pope Francis. He vowed to deliver the same blessing as Pope Francis did, noting that humanity needs Christ as a bridge to God and his love. Thanking the cardinals who elected him, Pope Leo XIV expressed his hope that "we can all walk together towards that homeland God has prepared for us.". He switched to Spanish to thank his former diocese in Peru, acknowledging the loyalty and faith of the people there. With the crowd applauding, Pope Leo XIV concluded his first appearance as pope with a message of unity and love.
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