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Prediction market on metaculus. Papal travel outside Rome has historically been rare. Since [Pope Paul VI](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pope_Paul_VI "Pope Paul VI") (1963–1978), however, more pastoral trips have occurred. With advances in technology, mass media and global connectivity, as well as a shift in the Church's leadership, the [Pope's international travel](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papal_travel) has become more common.  On May 8, 2025, the Papacy of [Pope Leo XIV](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pope_Leo_XIV) commenced after the passing of Pope Francis. Since then [the Pope has visited](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_pastoral_trips_made_by_Pope_Leo_XIV) Turkey, Lebanon, Monaco, Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea. His Holiness is also set to visit [Spain from June 6 to 12](https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/events/event.dir.html/content/vaticanevents/en/2026/6/6/viaggio-spagna.html)[, 2026](https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/events/event.dir.html/content/vaticanevents/en/2026/6/6/viaggio-spagna.html). Although apostolic journeys are often set well in advance, global conflicts, natural disasters and humanitarian crises can precipitate such events.
Resolves: 9/1/2026.