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Pope Leo XIV becomes first pontiff to visit Algeria on Africa tour

The 11-day trip will cover four countries and address themes of peace, migration, and interfaith dialogue.

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Pope Leo XIV begins a significant 11-day tour of Africa, starting in Algeria, aiming to focus global attention on the continent and address issues of peace, migration, and religious dialogue.
This marks the first papal visit to Algeria.

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Pope Leo XIV begins a significant 11-day tour of Africa, starting in Algeria, aiming to focus global attention on the continent and address issues of peace, migration, and religious dialogue. This marks the first papal visit to Algeria.

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