Pope prays at site of 2020 Beirut port explosion

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesDecember 2, 2025 at 01:48 PM

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In December 2025, Pope Leo XIV concluded his first foreign trip with a visit to Lebanon, where he prayed at the site of the 2020 Beirut port explosion. He met with relatives of the 218 victims, who are still seeking justice five years after the blast caused by the detonation of ammonium nitrate. The Pope urged Lebanese political leaders to pursue truth and reconciliation. He also visited the De La Croix Hospital, which cares for people with psychological conditions, emphasizing the importance of remembering and supporting the most vulnerable. Pope Leo XIV aimed to bring a message of peace to Lebanon, a country facing economic crises and the aftermath of conflict.

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