VATICAN CITY (AP) — Fresh members have been inducted into the Vatican’s Pontifical Swiss Guard during a ceremonial oath-taking overseen by Pope Leo XIV. The historic military unit, recognized as the globe’s most ancient continuously operating army, welcomed its newest members in traditional fashion.
The newly sworn guardsmen donned their iconic tri-colored uniforms featuring yellow, blue and red stripes before taking their solemn vows to protect and serve the pontiff.
The ceremony featured a curated collection of photographs assembled by Associated Press photo editors.
