In the first few weeks of his papacy, the 69-year-old pontiff has already made headlines for calling for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, an immediate ceasefire in Gaza with the release of hostages and humanitarian aid, and expressing support for the recent ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan.
While Pope Leo has been busy leading services since his inauguration, one appearance in particular has captured attention online—not for what he said, but for what he wore.
Though dressed in traditional papal garments, sharp-eyed observers noticed a distinctly modern accessory on his wrist: an Apple Watch.
While smartwatches are commonplace today, the image of the pope wearing one has amused and surprised many. One Twitter user wrote, “Him wearing an Apple Watch gets me every time.” Another added, “The Pontiff wearing an Apple Watch is a really surreal