Pope Leo XIV is travelling to Spain’s Canary Islands to focus on the plight of people attempting to reach Europe via dangerous sea routes. Multiple outlets report that the pope is making the Gran Canaria stop as a central part of his final leg of a week-long visit to Spain. On arrival, he is scheduled to meet migrants in the Arguineguín area and to speak against approaches that do not respect human rights, dignity, and humane treatment. Several reports say he will meet around 1,000 migrants during the visit, and that he will also engage with groups and volunteers that support people who have recently arrived. Euronews and other outlets add that his schedule includes leading a large open-air Mass attended by thousands. Fox News reports that he also calls for legal and safe immigration pathways, while BBC emphasizes that he will appeal for a respectful welcome for migrants seeking a better life. A Spanish refugee coordinator describes the visit as a significant milestone in affirming the defense of human rights for people regardless of their origin. Reuters is cited in one report regarding timing and planned meetings on Gran Canaria.