All of us are migrants, says pope as he rounds off tour of Spain in Tenerife
Pontiff urges leaders to do more to welcome refugees and tells people smugglers to expect ‘divine justice’
TL;DR
- Pope Leo emphasized the shared human experience of migration during his visit to Tenerife, Spain.
- He called for greater integration and humane treatment of migrants, highlighting the dangers and "silent shipwreck" many face after arriving.
- The pontiff condemned people smugglers, warning them of divine wrath for exploiting vulnerable individuals.
- His remarks coincided with the EU's controversial migration overhaul, criticized by rights campaigners.
- A migrant named Bousso Diouf shared her difficult journey and requested respect, humanity, and the chance to live with dignity.