In his first Christmas sermon, Pope Leo directly addressed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, drawing a parallel between the biblical Nativity scene and the suffering of Palestinians exposed to harsh weather in makeshift tents. He lamented the conditions for displaced populations globally and called for an end to "senseless" wars, highlighting the "rubble and open wounds" left behind. The Pope also reiterated his stance that a two-state solution is necessary for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and mentioned the plight of migrants.