Pope Leo began a state visit to Spain that includes an unprecedented address to the Spanish parliament, a meeting with survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy, and a defense of migrants at the Canary Islands’ dock of shame. During his remarks he called for an end to polarising narratives and said “human dignity has no passport.”

Accounts differ on the duration of the visit. Some reports describe it as a week‑long state visit, while others say it is a five‑day trip around Spain.

According to almonitor, Pope Leo visited Italy’s Lampedusa island on 4 July. Aljazeera reported that he met with about 1,000 migrants in the Canary Islands, saying they “are not just numbers or files” and that they have dreams no one has the right to despise. Gdelt noted that he called those who exploit migrants “monsters.” France24 said the Pope called on bishops to offer reparations to abuse survivors. BBC reported that he praised Spain’s government for its “active commitment to peace and solidarity among peoples.” DW observed that huge crowds welcomed Pope Leo in Madrid.