# Macron and Pope Leo XIV present clashing world views at first France meeting

https://mins.news/en/video/74449

- euronews, 2026-09-25 18:45 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3i9Dptaias

> Emmanuel Macron and Pope Leo XIV displayed contrasting world views during their first meeting in France. Speaking at the Elysée, the pontiff set the tone for his inaugural visit by calling for dialogue with the Republic, warning about AI and urging peace, while acknowledging that disagreements remain.

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