Pope Leo visits Algeria

The pilgrimage to Algeria is a spiritual homecoming for the American Pope, who is following in the footsteps of his spiritual father, St. Augustine.

Leo's visit to the archaeological ruins of Annaba, the ancient city of Hippo, underscores his commitment to the roots of early Christianity.

The trip takes place against the backdrop of his public disagreement with the Trump administration over the war in Iran.

Despite the political tensions, the Pope was greeted by hundreds of faithful Algerians and high-level government officials in a significant gesture of interfaith dialogue.