Pope Leo Lands in Turkey, Planning to Meet Erdogan With a Message of Outreach

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Ben Hubbard and Motoko RichNovember 27, 2025 at 06:33 PM

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Pope Leo XIV began his first international trip as pontiff in Turkey on Thursday, November 27, 2025, with the aim of promoting interfaith dialogue and Christian cooperation. During his four-day visit, he met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and is scheduled to meet with local Catholic clergy, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I, and other Christian leaders. The Pope emphasized the importance of dialogue and compassion, criticizing consumerism and warning of global conflict distracting from important challenges. Following his time in Turkey, Pope Leo XIV will travel to Lebanon to meet with church and government officials, addressing the complex geopolitical situation in the region.

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