Pope Leo XIV to Visit Turkey and Lebanon in November
Pope Leo XIV will embark on his first international trip, visiting Turkey and Lebanon from November 27 to December 2, 2025, to promote Christian unity and address regional issues.
Pope Leo XIV is set to make his inaugural international journey, traveling to Turkey and Lebanon from November 27 to December 2, 2025. The Vatican announced that the Pope accepted invitations from both countries' civil and ecclesiastical authorities.
In Turkey, the Pope will visit İznik, historically known as Nicaea, to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea. This council, convened in 325 A.D., was the first ecumenical gathering of the Christian Church and led to the formulation of the Nicene Creed, a foundational statement of Christian faith. The pilgrimage underscores the Pope's commitment to fostering unity between Catholic and Orthodox Christians.
Following his visit to Turkey, Pope Leo XIV will proceed to Lebanon from November 30 to December 2. Lebanon, home to the largest percentage of Christians in the Middle East, has faced significant political and economic challenges in recent years. The Pope's visit aims to bring a message of hope and solidarity to the Lebanese people during this critical period.
The detailed itinerary for both visits will be released at a later date.
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