Pope Leo XIV in the Sahara: On the Lands of Saint Augustine for a Message of Peace

Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Algeria, marking the first visit of a pontiff to the country. Archbishop Jean-Paul Vesco described the event as 'doubly historic' for both Algeria and the pope. The visit emphasizes 'living together' rather than traditional interreligious dialogue, aligning with Algeria's initiative for the International Day of Living Together in Peace. Algerian authorities, led by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, have mobilized all resources to ensure the success of this visit.