The pontiff criticized the surge of nationalist political movements in the world and asked the holy spirit to "break down barriers and tear down the walls of indifference and hatred."

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Pope Leo XIV has criticized the surge of nationalist political movements in the world as he prayed for reconciliation and dialogue.