Pope Leo XIV to Make 1st Overseas Trip after Inauguration to Turkey
Pope Leo XIV will make his first international visit to Iznik, Turkey, where the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea will be commemorated.
This council is regarded as a milestone in the history of the Church and humanity.
The Italian newspaper La Repubblica reported that Pope Leo XIV's visit is scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 20, and aims to strengthen relations between the Catholic Church and the Orthodox Church, following in the footsteps of his predecessor Pope Francis, who had planned to attend the celebration before his passing.
During his visit, Pope Leo XIV will meet with Patriarch Bartholomew I, the leader of the Orthodox Church, in a gesture symbolizing unity and interfaith dialogue.
The Vatican confirmed that the Pope will participate in a series of events and meetings with religious and political leaders.
Thousands gathered in St. Peter's Square on Sunday to witness the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV. Pilgrims, Italian officials, and international delegations participated in the solemn ceremonies.
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