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Pope kicks off Christmas under shadow of war

Over the next 12 months, pilgrims will pass through the large and imposing bronze door, which is normally closed, by tradition benefiting from a "plenary indulgence", a type of forgiveness for their sins. (AFP)

Pope Francis marks Christmas Eve with a special ceremony launching Jubilee 2025, a year of Catholic celebrations set to draw more than 30 million pilgrims to Rome. (AFP)

Pope Francis presides over the Christmas Eve mass at St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican (AFP)

Pope Francis drinks from a chalice as he celebrates Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. (REUTERS)

Source: AFP / REUTERS

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