France's Macron welcomes election of Pope Leo XIV

French President Emmanuel Macron recently praised the election of Pope Leo XIV, describing the new pontiff's message of unity and peace as "very powerful." Macron noted that Pope Leo XIV's demeanor immediately conveyed a sense of serenity and kindness, which delighted him. The election of Pope Leo XIV took place on May 8, during a papal conclave held in the Sistine Chapel.