Taoiseach Micheal Martin asks Pope Leo XIV to make “every effort” to support survivors of historical abuse. In comments reported by multiple outlets, Martin says the Pope was “very clear and frank” in acknowledging the need for the Catholic Church to back survivors and pursue appropriate redress. The remarks frame the discussion as part of ongoing engagement between Irish leadership and the Vatican following concerns about past institutional abuse. Martin’s account emphasizes that the Church must provide concrete support to those affected, rather than treating the issue as solely procedural or symbolic. The reporting does not specify particular measures requested by Martin or any new commitments attributed to the Vatican beyond the Pope’s acknowledgement of the need to support survivors. Overall, the articles present the meeting or exchange as focused on ensuring the Church’s active role in redress for historical abuse.