Pope Leo XIV’s Historic Journey to the Mideast

Pope Leo XIV is set to embark on his first major international trip as pope, visiting Turkey and Lebanon. This journey, beginning on Thursday, marks a significant milestone in his papacy and is expected to be a pivotal moment in his leadership. The trip includes a visit to the Ataturk Mausoleum in Ankara, Turkey, on Thursday, highlighting the pontiff’s engagement with key historical and cultural sites.