Pope's Spain Visit Highlights Migration Amid Political Tensions
Pope Leo XIV begins a seven-day visit to Spain, focusing on migration issues, including a tribute to migrants lost at sea. The trip coincides with political sensitivity surrounding Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez due to corruption allegations.
Pope Leo XIV arrives in Spain on Saturday for a seven-day trip focused on migration, including a visit to the Canary Islands where he will honour thousands of migrants who have died trying to reach Europe. The trip comes at a politically sensitive time as Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is under attack over several corruption scandals involving his inner circle.