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Tens of thousands gathered at the Vatican to hear the pope's traditional Easter message.
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Pope Francis made a surprise appearance on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and took a ride through St. Peter's Square to wish everyone a happy Easter. The pope also issued a message to the masses, calling for world peace, a ceasefire in Gaza, the release of the remaining hostages, and warned against contempt against migrants. NBC's Claudio Lavanga reports for Sunday TODAY.
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The visit at the Vatican brought together the ailing head of the Catholic church and a high-profile convert who has criticized the pope's social teachings.
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"Brothers and sisters, Happy Easter!" Francis said, his voice sounding stronger than it has since his hospitalization. "Viva il Papa!" (Long live the pope), the crowd responded.
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ROME — A convalescing Pope Francis appeared on the balcony of St.
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