Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV officiated a mass in St. Peter's Basilica to honor the Virgin of Guadalupe and requested her protection for Mexican youth against crime and addictions. This was the first time he led this December 12 celebration. Additionally, President Claudia Sheinbaum formally invited him to visit Mexico during a phone call.
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Pope Leo XIV arrived in Turkey on Thursday for his first international apostolic trip, featuring key meetings amid Middle East tensions. The itinerary covers visits to Ankara and Istanbul before heading to Lebanon, despite recent bombings in the area. This journey highlights the pontifical diplomacy's role in conflict zones and Christian minorities.