The first visit of a pope to the modern Lebanese state in 1964 came during a prosperous time that today many look back on nostalgically as the country's golden era. It came in a lull between the country's first civil war in 1958 and the 15 years of internal fighting that began in 1975.

Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming visit to Lebanon has reignited optimism among a population battered by war, economic collapse, and political instability. His trip — the first abroad since his election — includes interfaith dialogue and a silent prayer at the Beirut port explosion site.

Pope Leo XIV's visit to the two Muslim-majority nations aims to promote peace and Christian unity amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Charbel Matar says a Lebanese saint saved his life when he was a child. Now, he is among pilgrims of all faiths who visit Saint Charbel's tomb, soon to be graced by Pope Leo XIV.

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