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Pope Leo XIV Urges Peace and Mercy in San Marino Visit

8/24/2026

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Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on Aug. 22, urging peace, dialogue and mercy.
He praised San Marino as a “laboratory of good politics,” linking its “Libertas” motto to democratic hopes.
He visited Rimini’s 47th Meeting for Friendship and called for a realism of mercy.
He encouraged young Catholics as a promising sign for the future.
He warned against distracting entertainment and urged inner hospitality during a port Mass.

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Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on Aug. 22, urging peace, dialogue and mercy.
He praised San Marino as a “laboratory of good politics,” linking its “Libertas” motto to democratic hopes.
He visited Rimini’s 47th Meeting for Friendship and called for a realism of mercy.
He encouraged young Catholics as a promising sign for the future.
He warned against distracting entertainment and urged inner hospitality during a port Mass.