Pope Leo XIV begins seven-day visit to Spain
Pope Leo XIV has begun a seven-day visit to Spain, his first since 2011, meeting Catholic youth in Madrid and scheduled to address parliament and meet migrant aid groups and sexual assault victims.
Pope Leo XIV commenced a seven-day visit to Spain on Saturday, June 6, marking the first papal trip to the country since 2011. His arrival in Madrid was met by a gathering of Catholic youth. The pontiff's itinerary includes a significant address to the Spanish Parliament on Monday. Later in the visit, Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to travel to the Canary Islands, where he will engage with organisations assisting migrants. Additionally, he plans to meet with victims of sexual assault, an issue described as "an open wound." The visit aims to connect with various segments of Spanish society.
Sources: Le Monde