Easter observed around the world, with calls for peace amid conflict

A montage featuring an armed security officer and a large gold cross superimposed over two men sitting in an alleyway in the Old City of Jerusalem, bisected by red police tape.

Access to the holy sites in Jerusalem's Old City has been largely blocked by Israeli authorities since the regional war started on 28 February. Source: SBS / Lilian Cao

This Easter, prayers for peace are being heard around the world. At the Vatican, Pope Leo delivered his Easter message, “Urbi et Orbi,” denouncing conflicts across the globe to thousands gathered in St Peter’s Square.

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Published 6 April 2026 11:13am

Presented by Yumi Oba

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This Easter, prayers for peace are being heard around the world. At the Vatican, Pope Leo delivered his Easter message, “Urbi et Orbi,” denouncing conflicts across the globe to thousands gathered in St Peter’s Square.

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