On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV addressed the public from St. Peter’s Square to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States. The Pope, noted as the first American to hold the papacy, used the occasion to lead prayers for those who lost their lives in the 2001 tragedy and for the individuals and families who continue to be affected by its aftermath.

During his remarks, the Pope emphasized the necessity of a renewed commitment to peace. While the address focused primarily on remembrance and spiritual reflection, it served as a platform for the pontiff to reiterate the Catholic Church's stance on conflict and reconciliation. The event drew crowds to the Vatican, where the Pope spoke on the importance of unity in the face of historical trauma. No specific political policy proposals were attached to the address, as the Pope’s message remained centered on the themes of mourning and the pursuit of global stability.