The Day Pope Leo XIV Departed Lebanon

Lebanese media overwhelmingly focused on Pope Leo XIV's final day and departure from Lebanon. Morning reports detailed his visit to the Sisters of the Cross Hospital, emphasizing messages of hope and healing, followed by an emotional visit to the Beirut port memorial where he offered a silent prayer for explosion victims. By early afternoon, media highlighted his celebration of the divine liturgy on Beirut's waterfront, urging Lebanon to be a "sign of peace" and calling on the international community for support. His farewell remarks at Beirut Airport underscored that "Lebanon is more than a country; it is a message," alongside prayers for peace in the South. Concurrently, reports emerged of the Pope addressing Hezbollah, urging dialogue and disarmament. Amidst the papal visit, concerns about potential Israeli escalation and a multi-front war involving Lebanon continued to circulate.