Pope Leo XIV Arrives in Metz to Speak on Future of Europe
The pope's stop in Metz, a city linked to EU founding father Robert Schuman, marks the final day of his visit to France.
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Pope Leo XIV arrived in Metz on Monday to speak on the future of Europe, marking the final day of his visit to France, according to France 24.
Metz, a northeastern French city that has repeatedly changed hands between France and Germany during past conflicts, is closely associated with Robert Schuman, considered one of the founding fathers of the European Union. Schuman is buried just outside the city.
France 24 correspondents covered the visit from Metz and in the studio, previewing the agenda for the pope's remarks on Europe's future during this final leg of his French trip.
Further specifics of the pope's remarks were not detailed in the available preview report.
Sources
- Pope to speak on European unity on last day of France visit — France 24 — English
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