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Over 150 nations, international organizations sent representatives to Pope Leo’s inaugural Mass

May 21, 2025

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CWN Editor's Note: The Vatican newspaper has published a list of the representatives of the over 150 nations and international organizations that sent representatives to the May 18 Mass for the beginning of Pope Leo’s pontificate.

Topping the list are the members of the delegations of Italy, Peru, and the United States, followed by reigning sovereigns, and other heads of state and heads of government.

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