Pope Léon XIV's visit to France continued with a significant focus on addressing the 'open wound' of sexual violence within the Church, as he met with victims in Lourdes. Large public masses, including one at Place de la Concorde in Paris, drew crowds and highlighted the visibility of Catholicism in French media and politics. The visit also sparked discussions about a potential renewal of Catholicism in France.

Le Monde: Pope's visit to France: sexual violence in the Church, an 'open wound' for…

The Pope is set to meet victims in Lourdes during his visit to France, while associations express concern over a perceived regression on addressing systemic sexual abuse within the Church, despite efforts by French bishops.

Le Figaro: Pope Léon XIV's Visit to France: Pope meets French Bishops in Lourdes

Pope Léon XIV continues his visit to France in Lourdes, following a large gathering in Paris. He will hold a mass and meet with victims of sexual violence within the Church.

Mediapart: Mass in Place de la Concorde: behind the celebration, the double standard of…

The Pope's mass, broadcast live and attended by many political figures, highlights the privileged position of Catholicism within French media and politics.

Le Figaro: In Lourdes, Pope Léon XIV Faces Victims of Church Sexual Abuse

During his visit to Lourdes, Pope Léon XIV directly addressed victims of sexual violence within the Catholic Church.

Le Monde: Pope Leo XIV's visit to Paris: images of the giant Mass at Place de la Concorde

Images from a large papal Mass held at the Place de la Concorde in Paris during Pope Leo XIV's visit.

Le Monde: Pope Leo XIV, a calm and unifying figure, draws crowds at Paris Mass

Pope Leo XIV attracted a large congregation at a Mass in Paris, presenting himself as a calm and unifying leader.

Le Figaro: In Lourdes, Pope Léon XIV Prays for France and its Leaders

Pope Léon XIV visited Lourdes and offered prayers for France and its leadership, highlighting the spiritual significance of his trip.

Le Figaro: Generation Léon: The New France of Catholics?

An analysis explores the impact of Pope Léon XIV's visit, suggesting a potential renewal of Catholicism in France, drawing diverse young people together.

Following a summer of heatwaves and fires, approximately 100,000 people across France participated in climate mobilizations, with marches held in cities like Lyon and Paris. Organizers voiced a desire for even greater public turnout to push for stronger action on climate change.

Mediapart: Climate March: 'We want to live, not survive'

Following a difficult summer marked by heatwaves and fires, climate mobilizations gathered 100,000 people across France, a few months before the presidential election. The report covers events in Lyon and Paris.

Le Monde: Thousands protest for the climate across France: 'I wish there had been more…

Thousands of people participated in climate protests across France, with organizers expressing a desire for greater turnout after a challenging summer.

The upcoming 2026 senatorial elections are generating political discussion, with analysts viewing them as an early indicator and a strategic battleground in anticipation of the 2027 presidential election.

Le Monde: Behind the 2026 Senatorial Elections, the Shadow of the 2027 Presidential…

The article discusses how the upcoming senatorial elections in France are being viewed through the lens of the looming 2027 presidential election.