Spain: thousands of faithful welcome Pope Leo XIV in Barcelona

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: Spain

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Spain: thousands of faithful welcome Pope Leo XIV in Barcelona

Pope Leo XIV arrived at Barcelona-El Prat airport on June 9, 2026, welcomed by thousands of joyful faithful. He addressed them in Catalan and Spanish, calling for unity and thanking the residents. The visit includes the blessing of the final tower of the Sagrada Família basilica, the tallest church in the world.

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