Pope Leo has called on world leaders to treat refugees and migrants more humanely during his visit to Spain's Canary Islands, one of Europe's migration hotspots, warning that history will condemn those who allow people fleeing war or poverty to suffer. Speaking at a port in Gran Canaria, the pope said "dignity has no passport" and urged against indifference towards migrant deaths.

Jun 11, 2026

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Italy–US Relations Strained Over Iran War and Criticism of Pope

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Rome to defuse tensions over the US-Israel war on Iran and Trump’s attacks on Pope Leo. Italy has refused to back the war, denied US use of its air base, and faces domestic pressure. The dispute could hurt Meloni politically ahead of national elections.

May 8, 2026