President Emmanuel Macron officially welcomed Pope Leo XIV to the Élysée Palace in Paris on Friday, 25 September. The arrival marked the beginning of the pontiff’s scheduled four-day state visit to France.
The Pope was received with a ceremonial welcome in the palace courtyard. After walking the red carpet, he was greeted by President Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron before proceeding into the building.
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