Pope Leo XIV Arrives at Élysée Palace on Historic France Visit
The pope landed in France on Friday and traveled from Orly Airport to meet President Emmanuel Macron ahead of a speech to French authorities.
Pope Leo XIV arrived in France on Friday, September 25, marking the start of a historic visit, according to France 24.
The pope was welcomed at the airport by French President Emmanuel Macron. From Orly Airport, Pope Leo XIV traveled directly to the Élysée Palace, the official residence of the French president.
At the palace, the pope was scheduled to deliver an initial address at approximately 11:45 a.m. before French authorities and members of the diplomatic corps, according to the report.
Papal visits to France carry significant diplomatic and religious weight, and the trip is being closely watched for the pope's remarks on issues facing both the Catholic Church and international affairs.
Further details of the visit's itinerary beyond the Élysée Palace address were not included in the available report.
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- Visite historique du pape Léon XIV : son arrivée au Palais de l'Élysée — France 24 — Français
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