Leo XIV's Global Leadership and Church Decisions | Tulsa News

Tulsa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 5, 2026 · 1m

Pope Leo XIV is soaking up summer at Castel Gandolfo, hitting the tennis court and pool—but don’t be fooled, he’s still running the world. After a whirlwind first half of 2026, he’s emerged as a bold global leader, not just a Vatican figurehead. From praying at migrant cemeteries in Lampedusa to condemning Iran’s war and issuing a historic apology for the Church’s role in slavery, his agenda is both moral and geopolitical. Domestically, he’s cracked down on schismatic groups, showing he’ll enforce unity—even if it means breaking decades of precedent. This pope isn’t waiting for approval; he’s…