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Archived story · published November 7, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

World · November 7, 2026

Pope Leo urges South America to bridge divides on Uruguay-Argentina border

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Pope Leo XIV began a three-nation South American tour on Saturday with a Mass in Paysandú, Uruguay, located on the border with Argentina. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Parque París Londres for the event, which marked the first time a pope had visited the city. The 12-day tour proceeded despite the 71-year-old pontiff having undergone surgery for lung cancer on October 13. During the event, the Pope urged the people of South America to bridge regional divides. This visit to Uruguay, considered the most secular nation in the region, is intended to raise the profile of the Catholic Church there.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • Pope Leo XIV held his first Mass in South America in Paysandú, Uruguay, on Saturday.
  • The event took place in Parque París Londres.
  • Tens of thousands of people attended, including travelers from Argentina and Brazil.
  • Pope Leo XIV underwent lung cancer surgery on Oct. 13.
  • The trip is part of a 12-day, three-nation South American tour.
  • Uruguay is described as the most secular country in the region.
  • Paysandú is located on the Uruguay River near the border with Argentina.

Reported by only some outlets

  • ABC News reports over 30,000 people registered for the Mass.
  • Breitbart and The Washington Times report an estimated 40,000 total people attended, citing 10,000 unregistered arrivals reported by the Vatican.
  • BBC describes the Pope as being in 'pretty good health' at the start of the tour.
  • ABC News and Breitbart note the Pope is 71 years old and American.

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