Pope Leo confirms stance on gay marriage, abortion
New Pope says marriage only ‘between a man and a woman’
- Pope Leo XIV, in his inaugural address, has affirmed the Catholic Church's stance against gay marriage and abortion.
- He emphasised the Church's definition of family as being based on a union “between a man and woman”, and the inherent dignity of unborn children and the elderly.
- The new Pope also addressed international relations and highlighted interfaith dialogue as essential for world peace.
- This address was part of a standard meeting with the Vatican diplomatic corps, representing nearly 200 countries.
- It comes ahead of the pontiff’s official installation Mass which is scheduled for Sunday, May 18.