Pope Leo XIV makes a rare 1-day visit to glitzy Monaco
Pope Leo XIV made a rare one-day visit to Monaco, becoming the first pope in nearly five centuries to visit the principality. The visit highlighted the importance of small states on the global stage and the defense of life, including in wars and conflicts.
Pope Leo XIV visited Monaco, a small Mediterranean principality, in a rare one-day trip. He met with Prince Albert and Princess Charlene, and celebrated Mass in a sports stadium. The visit was significant as Monaco is one of the few European countries where Catholicism is the official state religion. Pope Leo XIV's trip was also notable for its focus on the defense of life, including in wars and conflicts. The pope's vision is to defend all life, not just in the context of abortion. The visit was seen as a chance for the pope to speak to all of Europe and highlight the importance of small states on the global stage.
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