In pictures: Easter celebrations around the world - BBC News

Pope Francis leads festivities at the Vatican, a day after pulling out of a ceremony at short notice.

1 hour agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Pope Francis has made a strong appeal for an end to wars in Gaza and UkrainePope Francis has led Easter celebrations, delivering a message of peace before a huge crowd in the Vatican, despite concerns of his health

Elsewhere, festivities have been taking place across the world to mark the most important festival in the Christian calendar - Easter.

Image source, ReutersTens of thousands of worshippers have gathered in St Peter's square to hear Pope Francis lead Easter Sunday Mass.

Image source, ReutersJesus was resurrected on Easter Sunday, the Bible says, days after dying on the cross on Good Friday. It is traditional for many to attend services on Saturday evening as well as on Sunday.

A day after pulling out of a ceremony at short notice, Pope Francis took part in a two-hour vigil at the Vatican on Saturday.

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