The pope urged the rememberance of journalists who lost their lives pursuing the truth, particularly in conflict areas. Pope Leo has marked World Press Freedom Day ⁠by condemning ⁠violations of media freedom around the world and paying tribute to journalists killed while reporting in ⁠conflict zones. At the end of his weekly Sunday prayer in a sunny Saint Peter’s Square at the Vatican, the pontiff ⁠said the day highlighted both the importance of independent journalism and the growing threats faced by reporters. Recommended Stories list of 4 items list 1 of 4 World’s top media outlets urge Israel to allow independent access to Gaza list 2 of 4 Pope Leo says he does not fear Trump after attack over Iran peace appeal list 3 of 4 Pope Leo decries world ruled by ‘tyrants’ after Trump attacks list 4 of 4 Pope decries migrants and refugees being treated ‘worse than house pets’ end of list “Today we celebrate World Press Freedom Day … unfortunately, this right is often violated, sometimes in blatant ‌ways, sometimes…