Vatican City, July 2, 2025 - Turkish First Lady Emine Erdoğan met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican's Apostolic Palace.
The meeting addressed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, climate change, Islamophobia, racism, and the importance of family values. Erdoğan called for increased support for Gaza, a permanent ceasefire, and the two-state solution.
They discussed Türkiye's 'Zero Waste' movement and the need for cooperation on climate change. Pope Leo XIV announced his upcoming visit to Türkiye in November 2025 to commemorate the First Council of Nicaea. Both leaders emphasized the importance of family values.