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Sánchez and Pope León XIV Discuss Global Challenges in First Telephone Conversation

The phone call paves the way for a papal visit to Spain, highlighting shared priorities on peace alongside ecological responsibility.

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Overview

  • Requested in a May letter following León XIV’s election on May 7, this call marks the first direct exchange between Sánchez and the new pope.
  • Sánchez and León XIV focused on defending human rights, combating climate change and reducing social inequalities.
  • The leaders emphasized the pursuit of peace and human dignity and explored ways to bridge divides in the global migration crisis.
  • Sánchez reiterated an invitation for the pope to visit Spain.
  • They touched on cooperation at the IV International Conference on Financing for Development in Seville and León XIV thanked Sánchez for the Spanish kings’ presence at his inaugural Mass.