# Pope in France defends EU values

https://mins.news/en/video/77572

- France 24 English, 2026-09-28 18:48 UTC
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- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwxpdYLX7sc

> Pope Leo XIV concluded his visit to France in Metz, where he affirmed Europe’s Christian roots while praising a European Union model that rises above an “us versus them” mindset. His message contrasted with the far right’s portrayal of defending Christian civilisation.

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