June 17, 2026
The Vatican says it does not expect to release any photos of the encounter between pope and the singer
Leo will visit the port of Arguineguin on Gran Canaria, which in 2020 was criticised by a local mayor for its "subhuman conditions"
Opting a tougher tone, Leo urges global leadership against increased European military spending
He also announces support for Spanish team Real Madrid
War does not solve problems, but aggravates them, he says
He calls for limits on private AI data ownership, protections for workers and children, and reduced rivalry
Pope Leo visits Italian area known for toxic waste dumping
The trip to France will be Leo's fourth outside Italy this year
