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Pope Leo called Peru home for 20 years. He was welcomed back to the country this week

NPR | By Carrie Kahn
Published November 13, 2026 at 3:43 AM CST

Pope Leo returns to northern Peru, where he served as Bishop through years of political turmoil, the COVID pandemic and a huge influx of migrants.

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Carrie Kahn
Carrie Kahn is NPR's International Correspondent based in Mexico City, Mexico.
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