Easter at the Vatican and in the DRC: Léon XIV and Cardinal Ambongo Deliver a Message of Resilience

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo delivered an Easter message during the Easter Vigil, highlighting the country's suffering and calling for a courageous choice of dialogue and peace. In Rome, Pope Léon XIV celebrated Easter Mass before 45,000 faithful, asserting that death has been defeated and that paschal joy should prevail despite obstacles. Both religious leaders emphasized the importance of national unity and hope in difficult times.