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There were many events Friday marking the anniversary of the elevation of the first American-born pope. He's a proud Chicagoan and a son of the South Side.
Pope Leo has been vocal in his opposition to war and his advocacy for diplomacy. It has - at times - put him at odds with the Trump administration who interprets the pope's pleas as a targeted attack.
Pope Leo XIV prayed for political leaders to end the "fratricidal hatred" in the world, as he spent the anniversary of his election in the ancient city of Pompei.
The Vatican says the "need to work tirelessly in favor of peace" was discussed in talks with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
This Friday marks the one-year anniversary of Pope Leo XIV's papacy.