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Pope Laments 'Ashes of International Law' in Liturgy
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 7:05 PM ET
Summary: Pope Leo XIV presides over Ash Wednesday, reflecting on global conflicts.
WHO: Pope Leo XIV
WHAT: Ash Wednesday liturgy
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 2:17 PM ET
WHERE: Vatican City
WHY: To address the impact of conflicts on international law
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