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Pope Leo XIV departed the Canary Islands for Rome on Friday aboard a Falcon plane provided by King Felipe VI, following a technical fault with his original aircraft. The flight, delayed by half an hour, took off shortly after 6:00 pm and is expected to arrive by 11:00 pm.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Rome amid rising tensions over the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran. Italy’s refusal to support the conflict has strained relations, prompting discussions on broader issues, including US tariffs and military deployments.

Pope Leo XIV prioritises global peace, using his first address to advocate for “unarmed peace” while addressing contemporary conflicts, especially in light of his opposition to US politics and environmental issues.