Pope Leo XIV begins apostolic journey to France, welcomed by Macron in Paris
The pope was greeted by President Emmanuel Macron upon arrival, saying he brings a message of peace at the start of his four-day visit.
Pope Leo XIV has begun his apostolic journey to France, arriving to a welcome from President Emmanuel Macron at Paris Orly Airport, according to reporting on the visit.
The pope said he was bringing a message of peace as he opened the trip, which marks his first official visit to France and the first papal visit to the country in nearly two decades.
Four-day visit begins
The journey is expected to span several days and multiple locations, with the pope's arrival in Paris marking the formal start of the programme. Further stops and events are planned throughout the visit.
The welcome from Macron at the airport signals the level of official attention being given to the visit by the French government, reflecting its significance both religiously and diplomatically.
Additional details on the pope's schedule during the remainder of the journey were not included in the initial arrival reporting.
Sources
- Pope starts his Apostolic Journey to France — ANSA (Italy)
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