Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:22am on 25 Dec 2024,Wednesday International
Pope Francis opened the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica on Christmas Eve, starting a Jubilee year for Catholics. Over 30 million pilgrims are expected in Rome. The ceremony included prayers and blessings, with bells ringing across the Vatican. Pilgrims passing through the Holy Door will receive forgiveness for sins. Rome has undergone extensive renovations for the event, including restored monuments and improved roads. Security is tight, with 700 officers deployed. The pope called for peace and reflected on the suffering caused by wars. The Jubilee, themed "Pilgrims of Hope," includes global events and aims to inspire spiritual renewal.
