During the Angelus prayer in St. Peter's Square, Pope Francis urged attendees to pray for peace amidst current global conflicts.

He commemorated the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, reflecting on the tragic events that occurred in August 1945.

The Pope emphasized the importance of remembering the victims of these bombings and all wars, particularly the martyrs from Ukraine, the Middle East, Palestine, Israel, Sudan, and Myanmar.

He also requested prayers for the victims of a tragic plane crash in Brazil that resulted in 62 fatalities this week.

In his address, Pope Francis called for a deeper listening to God beyond personal frameworks and urged the faithful to transcend their own preconceived notions.

He affirmed that true faith and prayer should open one's mind and heart, cautioning against practices aimed solely at self-confirmation.

On this day, he acknowledged the feast of Saint Clare of Assisi, celebrated annually on August 11, and expressed thoughts for all Poor Clares.