Pope Leo XIV calls Iran war unjust and urges end to polarization on first Spain visit in 15 years

—Pope Leo XIV used his first papal visit to Spain in 15 years to call for an end to political polarization and to declare the Iran conflict an unjust war. The visit, which included both mainland Spain and the Canary Islands, was his most high-profile European state engagement since becoming pontiff. His public stance on Iran adds his voice to a growing international chorus questioning the conflict's legal and moral basis. Spanish officials gave the visit full ceremonial honors.