Pope Leo XIV casts wreath into sea in memory of migrants lost on Atlantic route

12 Jun 2026 • 12:01 AM MYT
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Pope Leo XIV casts wreath into sea in memory of migrants lost on Atlantic route

Pope Leo XIV threw a floral wreath into the waters off Spain's Canary Islands to honour migrants who died attempting the dangerous Atlantic crossing. The pontiff also condemned indifference to the plight of migrants during his visit.

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