Pope Leo heads to Spain to stand 'shoulder to shoulder' with migrants
Pope Leo is set to visit Spain for a week-long tour, marking his first trip to an EU country outside Italy. His itinerary includes meetings with migrants in the Canary Islands and addresses to Spain's political leaders. The visit comes as the Spanish government opens a mass amnesty program for immigrants, amidst rising interest in the pope's events.
- ▪Pope Leo's visit to Spain will take place from June 6 to 12, 2026.
- ▪He will meet with migrants in the Canary Islands, highlighting the dangers they face during their journey to Europe.
- ▪The pope is expected to attract large crowds, with over 500,000 people requesting to attend events during his visit.
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Pope Leo heads to Spain to stand 'shoulder to shoulder' with migrantsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished Jun 03, 2026, 02:06 PMUpdated Jun 03, 2026, 02:06 PMVATICAN CITY, June 3 - Pope Leo heads to Spain on Saturday for a week-long tour, his first visit to an EU country outside Italy, which will culminate with the pontiff meeting migrants in the Canary Islands who braved dangerous Atlantic waters to enter Europe.Leo, who drew the ire of U.S. President Donald Trump after criticising his anti-immigration policies, is expected to attract large crowds on the June 6 to 12 visit and will also be the first pope to address the Spanish parliament.The first U.S.
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