Overview

• Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, was elected on May 8, 2025, becoming the 267th pope and the first American-born pontiff in history.
• His election on the second day of the conclave highlights his ability to build consensus among the College of Cardinals.
• Leo XIV's choice of name aligns with reformist Popes, signaling a commitment to engaging modern challenges while upholding Church traditions.
• Known for his centrist values, the multilingual leader has a scholarly background in mathematics and canon law and decades of missionary work in Latin America.
• Recent analyses underscore his bridge-building leadership style, with his inaugural messages calling for global peace and dialogue.