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Pope Leo Urges Peace and Unity During Lebanon Visit

12/2/2025

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Pope Leo visited Lebanon on December 1, 2025, drawing thousands as he rode in a covered popemobile.
He prayed at the tomb of St. Charbel Makhlouf and urged peace for Lebanon and the Levant amid turmoil.
At the Our Lady of Lebanon sanctuary, he emphasized hope for youth and urged them to stay.
Local leaders expressed gratitude and called for unity as Lebanon grapples with political tensions and economic crises.

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Pope Leo visited Lebanon on December 1, 2025, drawing thousands as he rode in a covered popemobile.
He prayed at the tomb of St. Charbel Makhlouf and urged peace for Lebanon and the Levant amid turmoil.
At the Our Lady of Lebanon sanctuary, he emphasized hope for youth and urged them to stay.
Local leaders expressed gratitude and called for unity as Lebanon grapples with political tensions and economic crises.