Pope Leo XIV Challenges President Milei's Austerity Measures During Divisive Argentina Visit

11/09/2026

Pope Leo spoke out in defence of the poor and pensioners, insisting that "particular concern be shown for those affected by illness, dependency and disability" — a veiled reference to the...

11/09/2026

Pontiff tells Argentina’s president the economy must benefit all on second stop of 12-day Latin America tourPope Leo XIV has delivered a stinging critique of Argentine president Javier Milei’s...

11/09/2026

Pope Leo made the comments as he arrived in Argentina on the second leg of his Latin America tour.

11/09/2026

Pope Leo’s message of compassion for the poor clashes with Javier Milei’s radical economic overhaul, symbolized by his trademark chain saw.

11/09/2026

Pontiff urges political leaders to reject corruption, heal polarization and place the economy at the service of people

11/08/2026

Pope Leo XIV arrived in Argentina on Sunday from Uruguay, where his Latin America tour began, facing calls to help bridge divisions after three years of austerity under President Javier Milei. The...

11/08/2026

The pontiff’s trip comes amid tensions between the country’s libertarian leader and its Catholic Church, which is deeply committed to social justice.

11/08/2026

President has opposing views on many issues, and once called Leo’s predecessor the ‘representative of the Evil One’Trees are being planted in the garden. The brightly coloured buildings are...