Migrant boat crossings in focus ahead of pope visit to Spain's Canaries
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Source: The Local Spain
Published: 2026-06-03 16:55 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 90
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Immigration, Religion, Europe
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Since Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Spain was announced, the pontiff voiced his intent to stop in the Canary Islands to highlight the humanitarian crisis on the deadly Atlantic migration route, as well as meet with migrants, rescue workers, and aid organisations.
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