Pope Leo's Peaceful Call: Bridging Divides in Spain

Pope Leo's visit to Spain emphasizes unity and peace, urging leaders to avoid divisive politics and cherish complexity. Highlighting Spain's historical religious collaboration, he warns against technology's role in widening societal divides. His visit will include meeting migrants, survivors of clergy abuse, and delivering speeches promoting inclusivity.

Pope Leo delivered a powerful speech on Saturday, urging global leaders to avoid polarizing their electorates with simplistic narratives aimed at gaining popularity. Opening a week-long tour of Spain, Leo called for attentiveness to global demands for peace.

In a speech at Madrid's Royal Palace, the Pope criticized divisive politics and highlighted social media’s role in fostering prejudice and diminishing critical thought. He extolled Spain's historical example of religious cooperation as a model for modern unity.

During the visit, the Pope plans to meet homeless people in Madrid, migrants in the Canary Islands, and address the Spanish parliament. He will also confront issues of clergy sexual abuse and advocate for immigrant rights, amidst Spain's evolving immigration policies.