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Pope Leo XIV sets foot in Spain for first time as pope: Church returns to Madrid after 15 years

Euronews · Jun 6, 2026, 8:39 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Pope Leo XIV landed at Barajas airport at 10.30 on Saturday, opening his first apostolic visit to Spain since 8 May 2025. Over six days he will travel to Madrid, Barcelona, Montserrat, Gran Canaria and Tenerife.

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