Pope Leo calls for leaders to reject polarisation as he begins Spanish tour
Pope Leo XIV has begun a tour of Spain, calling for political unity and emphasizing empathy for marginalized groups including migrants and the homeless. The visit also addresses the Catholic Church's history of sexual abuse.
Why it matters
The Pope's visit highlights the intersection of religious influence, social policy, and institutional accountability in modern Europe.
Pope Leo XIV, centre, with King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia outside the royal palace in Madrid on Saturday. Photograph: Shutterstock View image in fullscreen Pope Leo XIV, centre, with King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia outside the royal palace in Madrid on Saturday. Photograph: Shutterstock Pope Leo XIV Pope Leo calls for leaders to reject polarisation as he begins Spanish tour Pontiff to make marginalised a focus of first papal visit since 2011 including meeting with migrants in Canary Islands
The article provides a balanced overview of the Pope's itinerary and his public statements.
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