Pope Leo XIV presided over the swearing -in ceremony of 27 new Swiss guards. The event took place at the Apostolic Palace on Saturday. This is the first time a pope has presided over since 1968.
The Swiss guard, known for his colorful uniform, promised to defend the Pope. The core is on a promotional campaign, showing new uniforms and planning a money raising push to renew its barracks.
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