Harissa: Preparations have been completed at the Basilica of Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa, ahead of the much-anticipated meeting with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, along with bishops, priests, nuns, consecrated persons, and laypeople active in pastoral work. According

Annaya: Pope Leo XIV toured the Annaya Monastery amid sacred hymns. He entered the tomb of Saint Charbel, where he knelt and prayed inside the crypt. He then lit a candle in front of the tomb, a gift he brought

Annaya: As part of his visit to Annaya, Pope Leo XIV will light a candle at the tomb of Saint Charbel-one he brought with him from Rome as a gift to the Mar Maroun Monastery. According to National News Agency

Beirut: In an inspiring speech at Martyrs’ Square, the Alawite Islamic Council Head, Sheikh Ali Qaddour, welcomed Pope Leo XVI to Lebanon today. Sheikh Qaddour expressed profound appreciation for the Pope’s presence, highlighting the visit as a symbol of hope

Annaya: A white dove accompanied Pope Leo’s car on his way to Annaya Monastery, staying at the front of the vehicle. An onlooker called it the ‘dove of peace’, symbolizing hope for peace across Lebanon. According to National News Agency