Pope Leo XIV Addresses Global Issues
Robert Francis Prevo has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, marking the first time a pontiff from the United States has been chosen. The election took place at the Vatican. He was elected on Saturday, May 16, 2026. He was elected by the College of Cardinals.
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BBC World Service
“Pope Leo XIV has been elected as the first American pontiff. The election took place at the Vatican.”
RAI Radio 2
“Pope Leo XIV has been elected as the first American Pope.”
radioeins
“Papst Leo XIV wurde gewählt, der erste amerikanische Papst.”
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