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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Moment Pope Leo is hit on the head with a flag thrown from worshipers who then charge towards him as he begs them to stay calm in the Vatican
This is the tense moment an object is thrown at Pope Leo XIV from a huge crowd that tries to charge him on World Drugs Day. Swarms of worshippers were pressed against the railing, desperately trying to reach out to the Catholic leader. One overly-enthusiastic faithful threw a red and yellow object - believed to be representing the football club AS Roma - and knocked the pontiff's skullcap. It is believed that the newly appointed pope is a fan of AS Roma, which many felt was confirmed last month after he allegedly responded 'Forza Roma' to a Giallorossi supporter. As he rearranges his skullcap, a huge swell from the crowd breaks the railings and they suddenly surge forward, trying to grab at Pope Leo's arms. The pope's security team immediately rushed towards the barrier and tried to restore order as the first US leader of the global Catholic Church tries to step back for his safety. He pleads with the crowd to calm down, gesturing with his hands to the group to step back. Once the eager crowd are behind the barriers again, Pope Leo goes forward to shake hands with worshippers once more, even blessing a baby. The pontiff spoke with the crowd yesterday about the ramifications of substance abuse at the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Established by the United Nations, the day was intended to raise awareness of the impacts of substance abuse in society and to work towards an end of drug addiction through campaigns, educational events and community schemes. The gathering at San Damaso square was attended by Italian government officials, recovering drug addicts as well as people who help them. Pope Leo called on governments to not criminalise the poor and instead those those who make businesses out of addiction. He said: 'Our fight is against those who make their immense business out of drugs and every other addiction, think of alcohol or gambling. 'There are huge concentrations of interest and extensive criminal organizations that states have a duty to dismantle.' 'Too often, in the name of security, war is waged against the poor, filling prisons with those who are merely the final link in a chain of death. 'Those who hold the chain in their hands instead manage to gain influence and impunity. Pope Leo pleads with the crowd to calm down, gesturing with his hands to the group to step back The pontiff spoke with the crowd yesterday about the ramifications of substance abuse at the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 'Too often, in the name of security, war is waged against the poor, filling prisons with those who are merely the final link in a chain of death,' Pope Leo told crowds in San Damaso 'Our cities must not be freed of the marginalised, but of marginalisation. They must be cleared not of the desperate, but of desperation.' Pope Leo was elected as the latest pontiff of the Catholic Church last month after only two days of conclave. He had spent many years before as head of the Augustinian seminary in Trujillo, Peru, where he had moved to as a missionary in 1985 and was known as Robert Prevost. Seen as a man who has similar attitudes on reform to the late Pope Francis, many of Pope Leo's initial messages have been one of peace. However it has been widely reported that along side his religious duties, he is an avid sports fan. Father Joseph Farrell, the Vicar General of the Augustinians, has spoken about how Pope Leo play tennis frequently, while it has been said that the Chicago-native is fan of the White Sox baseball team in MLB. 'He's a regular tennis player. He would come up and play on our grounds once a week at least,' Father Farrell said. 'He is [AS] Roma all the way,' he added. The club have also shared a statement on X saying: 'AS Roma joins in rejoicing with Rome and the world following the election of Pope Leo XIV, and wishes him all the very best for his papacy.'
Reuters
2 days ago
- Sport
- Reuters
Argentina midfielder Paredes set to join Boca Juniors from Roma
MIAMI, June 26 (Reuters) - Argentina and AS Roma midfielder Leandro Paredes has accepted an offer to join Boca Juniors next season, an official at the top-tier Argentine club told Reuters on Thursday. The 30-year-old Paredes has a clause in his Roma contract that allows him to leave the Serie A club for $3.5 million. "Now he must execute the clause," the Argentine club source told Reuters. A World Cup winner with Argentina, Paredes began his career at Boca in 2010, before his first stint with Roma in 2014. He also played for Empoli, Zenit St Petersburg, Paris St Germain and Juventus. Boca are planning a major overhaul following a disappointing season in which they crashed out in the preliminary round of the Copa Libertadores and failed to make it out of the group stage at the Club World Cup.
CNA
2 days ago
- Sport
- CNA
Argentina midfielder Paredes set to join Boca Juniors from Roma
MIAMI :Argentina and AS Roma midfielder Leandro Paredes has accepted an offer to join Boca Juniors next season, an official at the top-tier Argentine club told Reuters on Thursday. The 30-year-old Paredes has a clause in his Roma contract that allows him to leave the Serie A club for $3.5 million. "Now he must execute the clause," the Argentine club source told Reuters. A World Cup winner with Argentina, Paredes began his career at Boca in 2010, before his first stint with Roma in 2014. He also played for Empoli, Zenit St Petersburg, Paris St Germain and Juventus. Boca are planning a major overhaul following a disappointing season in which they crashed out in the preliminary round of the Copa Libertadores and failed to make it out of the group stage at the Club World Cup.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Roma plot Franck Kessie's potential return to Serie A
AS Roma are exploring a potential move for Al-Ahli midfielder Franck Kessie this summer (h/t journalist Gianluca Di Marzio). Kessie had spells at Atalanta, AC Milan and Barcelona before moving to the Saudi Pro League in 2023. Advertisement The Ivorian international has been a key cog in Al-Ahli's midfield, bagging 14 goals and nine assists in 77 appearances. He also scored in the final of the AFC Champions League against Kawasaki Frontale to help the Royals clinch the title this year. Roma are evaluating the financial requirements for Kessie, whose deal with Al-Ahli expires next summer. His enormous wages will be a stumbling block, but manager Gian Piero Gasperini could play a crucial role in negotiations, having previously worked with him at Atalanta. A new era dawns at the Stadio Olimpico under Gasperini, who will look to take the Giallorossi back to their heyday. Advertisement Leandro Paredes is expected to leave Roma this summer, with Boca Juniors working on his signing. Gasperini wants to bring in an experienced midfielder to replace the Argentine, and Kessie is a top target. He has proven to be a serial winner with Milan, Barcelona and Al-Ahli. He would provide the impetus for the Giallorossi to raise their bar. Roma are competing with Napoli for Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Matt O'Riley. They are close to extending goalkeeper Mile Svilar's contract amid interest from a host of European giants.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Roma plot Franck Kessie's potential return to Serie A
AS Roma are exploring a potential move for Al-Ahli midfielder Franck Kessie this summer (h/t journalist Gianluca Di Marzio). Kessie had spells at Atalanta, AC Milan and Barcelona before moving to the Saudi Pro League in 2023. Advertisement The Ivorian international has been a key cog in Al-Ahli's midfield, bagging 14 goals and nine assists in 77 appearances. He also scored in the final of the AFC Champions League against Kawasaki Frontale to help the Royals clinch the title this year. Roma are evaluating the financial requirements for Kessie, whose deal with Al-Ahli expires next summer. His enormous wages will be a stumbling block, but manager Gian Piero Gasperini could play a crucial role in negotiations, having previously worked with him at Atalanta. A new era dawns at the Stadio Olimpico under Gasperini, who will look to take the Giallorossi back to their heyday. Advertisement Leandro Paredes is expected to leave Roma this summer, with Boca Juniors working on his signing. Gasperini wants to bring in an experienced midfielder to replace the Argentine, and Kessie is a top target. He has proven to be a serial winner with Milan, Barcelona and Al-Ahli. He would provide the impetus for the Giallorossi to raise their bar. Roma are competing with Napoli for Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Matt O'Riley. They are close to extending goalkeeper Mile Svilar's contract amid interest from a host of European giants.
