Pope Leo Visits Mosque in Algeria, Emphasizes Mutual Respect and Peace

Algiers: The Catholic Church’s spiritual leader Pope Leo visited a grand mosque in Algeria, where he removed his shoes before entering, underscoring a message of mutual respect and peaceful coexistence.
During his visit, Pope Leo called for strengthening interfaith harmony and promoting peaceful relations among communities. He stressed that seeking closeness to God also means respecting every human being and embracing coexistence.
He offered prayers for all nations and expressed hope that peace, justice, and forgiveness would continue to grow among people across the world.
The visit was widely seen as a symbolic gesture highlighting dialogue between religions and the importance of understanding in a diverse global society.