Pope Leo XIV prepared for an official visit to France beginning September 25, 2026, traveling to Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. The trip faced scrutiny over multiple contentious issues including clerical sexual abuse and France's new assisted suicide legislation.
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Pope Leo XIV is set to begin an official visit to France on 25 September, with several thorny issues hanging over the trip, from clerical sexual abuse to the country's new assisted dying law.
Four days ahead of Pope Leo’s visit to France, preparations have been underway for months. From Friday, the Pope will travel to Paris, Lourdes and Metz, with several sensitive issues hanging over the trip, including clerical sexual abuse and France’s assisted-dying law. For now, security remains the top priority. Camille Corcoran reports.