Pope Leo XIV to travel to Lebanon in likely first international trip

Aug 21, 2025
BBC News
Pope Leo XIV to travel to Lebanon in likely first international trip
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Pope Leo XIV to Travel to Lebanon in Likely First International Trip

Aug 21 (Reuters) - Pope Leo XIV will likely soon undertake his first international trip since taking office

The pontiff has expressed interest in visiting Lebanon, though no official announcement has been made yet.

Lebanon's president recently met with the pope to discuss potential for upcoming visit, sources say.

Leo XIV has been pope since November, following the death of Pope John Paul IV.

More details on the potential visit are expected to be released in coming days.

Original source: BBC News