Pope Leo urges US and Europe to do more for migrants on 4th July anniversary

Pope Leo visited Lampedusa on the two hundred fiftieth anniversary of US Independence to urge Americans and Europeans to welcome more migrants fleeing war and poverty. According to RFI, his visit to the Italian island—a major entry point for Mediterranean refugees—underscored his call for wealthy nations to match their principles to their policies.

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