The photo of King Charles and Pope Leo that brings to an end 500 years of division

Historic Meeting Between King Charles and Pope Leo

A significant moment in religious unity was marked as King Charles and Pope Leo came together in prayer at the Sistine Chapel, ending 500 years of division.

During their historic state visit to the Vatican, King Charles and Pope Leo united in a powerful symbol of unity, with the King becoming the first British monarch to pray with a pope since the Reformation in the 16th century.

A united front in the face of ‘those promoting conflict, division and tyranny,’

This meeting aimed to refocus attention on religious unity amidst family scandal, with King Charles and Pope Leo sharing a message of unity and cooperation. The visit concluded with Pope Leo personally bidding farewell to King Charles and Queen Camilla.

Author's summary: King Charles meets Pope Leo in a historic unity visit.

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Tatler Tatler — 2025-10-23