Overview
- The Holy See is tightening control of preparations for the June Spain visit, citing political tensions, agenda leaks, and concern over a sponsorship fee dossier that could distort the visit’s image.
- León XIV, who spoke with reporters Thursday on the flight home from Africa, urged the United States and Iran to restart talks and pressed for a “culture of peace” instead of military answers.
- He said he does not back calls for regime change in Iran and asked how to advance shared values without more civilian deaths.
- He condemned the death penalty and said every life deserves protection from conception to natural death, echoing established Church teaching.
- On Saturday, several outlets reported that possible visits to Peru, Argentina, and Uruguay remain “not confirmed,” with timing linked to formal invitations and local election calendars.