Pope Leo visits Angola during significant Africa trip

Pope Leo XIV will arrive in Angola as part of his African tour, making him the third pope to visit the country, following John Paul II and Benedict XVI. His visit comes amid rising tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump over the Middle East and includes meetings with Angola’s President Joao Lourenco. Leo has focused on issues of corruption and resource exploitation, which are particularly relevant in Angola, where poverty persists despite wealth from fossil fuels.

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