Pope Leo to focus on immigration, social justice in Spain

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Pope Leo XIV arrived in Spain for a weeklong visit focused on immigration and social justice, marking a return of papal attention to Europe and its Christian heritage. The trip includes meetings with victims of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy, addressing one of the institution's most persistent crises. The visit underscores the pope's priorities around marginalized communities and institutional accountability, even as the Catholic Church continues facing scrutiny over decades of abuse scandals and cover-ups.