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Pope Leo urges US to welcome immigrants in America 250 speech before visiting global migrant hotspot

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Pope Leo XIV urged Americans to embrace the U.S.’s history of welcoming immigrants in a virtual address to the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia on Friday while accepting the 2026 Liberty Medal in recognition of his commitment to religious freedom.
«In these past 250 years, for so many peoples throughout the world, it was the firm resolve to achieve the noble vision of the nation’s founders that made America a byword for freedom, as the country opened its doors to successive waves of immigrants, enabling them and their children to play their part in shaping the future of the nation,» Pope Leo, the Catholic church’s first American Pope, recited.
«I would just like to recall the words signed by the founding fathers of the nation 250 years ago in Philadelphia in the Declaration of Independence. It said that we hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men have received fundamental rights from our creator, and they include life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,» he continued.
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«As a son of this great country, founded by courageous men and women who dreamed of liberty and of a better life for themselves and for their children, I join you in asking God’s blessings upon America’s future, that the lofty ideals enshrined at the beginning of the Declaration of Independence may continue to guide the flourishing of the nation in unity, justice and peace,» Leo said.
Pope Leo XIV views a livestream from the U.S. National Constitution Center in Philadelphia as he is awarded the 2026 Liberty Medal during a private audience at the Apostolic Palace on July 3, 2026, in Vatican City, Vatican. (Simone Risoluti – Vatican Media via Vatican Pool/Getty Images)
«Today, as we look to the future, this historic anniversary presents us with the opportunity to reflect once again on the nation’s founding principles in the hope that America will remain ever true to the dream that has earned it the title of land of the free and home of the brave,» the Pope continued, bolstering a steady commitment to advocating for immigrant and migrant rights, a position he’s taken a strong stance on since ascending to the papacy in 2025.
«The moral greatness of a nation is manifested, above all, in its capacity to support, protect and cherish the lives of all, especially the most vulnerable and those whose worth is questioned,» Leo concluded.
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Following his virtual address to the Philadelphia crowd, which he delivered remotely from The Vatican, the Pope departed for Lampedusa, an Italian territorial island off the coast of north Africa that’s become a hotspot for migrants seeking to gain entry into Europe.
There, again, Leo urged the world and Europe to accept more migrants.
«Here you have seen not just one, but thousands of human beings fallen into the hands of robbers who have taken everything from them, beat them brutally and walked away, leaving them half-dead. The sea has claimed the lives of others, those who did not manage to reach their hoped-for destination. Yet we feel their presence, which challenges us no less than that of those who have landed in need of attention and aid,» he said.
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«There are also those who choose not to be a neighbor and those who choose not to make a decision. Those who have lost their lives in this sea are victims both of decisions that were made and of decisions that were not made. Indifference to the common good and corruption in their countries of origin; a global economic system that generates poverty and exclusion; fear that fuels prejudice and contempt; the belief that such problems do not concern us; the criminal calculations of those who profit from the suffering of others; the slow and difficult transition from mere emergency management to the development of comprehensive and shared policies,» the Pope continued.

Pope Leo stops at «Porta d’Europa» memorial, as he visits the island of Lampedusa, a key entry point for migrants crossing the Mediterranean Sea, during a pastoral trip, Italy, July 4, 2026. (REUTERS/Remo Casilli)
«Thanks to its geographical location and institutional framework, Europe is capable of addressing the crisis, in this region, in a comprehensive manner, integrating immediate relief efforts into a long-term strategic plan capable of receiving, protecting, supporting and integrating migrants, while at the same time assisting developing countries so that no one is forced to emigrate.»
«Indeed, for many a vacation is merely a distraction, a time of lightheartedness and carefree enjoyment. It then seems as though an invisible wall has to be erected between the sea of shipwrecked migrants and the vacationers. Have the courage to think differently,» the Pope concluded.

Pope Leo stands next to the European Union and Italy’s flags as he visits the island of Lampedusa, a key entry point for migrants crossing the Mediterranean Sea, during a pastoral trip, Italy, July 4, 2026. (Vatican Media/Handout via REUTERS)
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Leo’s strong stances on immigration and war have often put him at odds with Western leaders, particularly President Donald Trump.
Trump has called Leo «terrible for Foreign Policy» and «weak,» while Vice President JD Vance, a converted Catholic, has also criticized the Pope’s public comments.
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Guerra en Medio Oriente: Irán amenazó a la Familia Real británica y podría atacar una base militar en Reino Unido

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Trump orders signs outside Smithsonian museum amid row over its depiction of American history

House to hold hearing on Smithsonian Museum’s alleged attempts to rewrite American history
Fox News’ Alex Hogan reports on a House Oversight Committee hearing regarding claims that the Smithsonian Institution’s exhibits are politically biased and attempt to rewrite American history. A White House report alleges the National Museum of American History disparages the nation’s past, prompting congressional scrutiny over its governance and stewardship of federal funds.
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President Donald Trump on Friday ordered his administration to install signs outside the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History directing visitors to what the White House describes as «accurate» information about the nation’s past.
The executive order instructs the National Park Service, which maintains the sidewalks outside the museum, to place signs informing visitors about a White House report released July 4 that criticized the Smithsonian’s portrayal of American history. Trump also directed the creation of a temporary exhibit intended to correct what his administration considers inaccurate historical information.
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The move follows a report from Trump’s Domestic Policy Council that accused the Smithsonian and the National Museum of American History of failing to present history «in a way that is inspiring, unifying, and worthy of our great republic.»
President Donald Trump holds up an executive order after signing it during an indoor inauguration parade at Capital One Arena on Jan. 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
Because the Smithsonian operates independently of the executive branch, Trump cannot directly remove museum leadership or unilaterally change exhibits. Instead, the order targets federal property outside the museum that falls under National Park Service jurisdiction.
National Museum of American History Director Anthea M. Hartig defended the museum during congressional testimony this week.
«As we continue to fact check the report, we unwaveringly attest that it does not fairly or accurately characterize the full body of work at the museum,» Hartig told lawmakers. «There is always room for improvement. But I also know the beauty and the inspiration and the expertise that lies in our collections, our exhibits, and our programming.»
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Friday’s order builds on Trump’s broader effort to reshape the Smithsonian’s exhibits.
In March, Trump signed an executive order directing the Smithsonian’s Board of Regents to eliminate what the administration described as «improper, divisive or anti-American ideology» from the institution’s museums.
The White House later criticized the National Museum of American History’s «Entertainment Nation» exhibit, arguing displays about American pop culture framed the nation’s history through an ideological lens rather than celebrating its achievements. White House official Lindsey Halligan previously told Fox News Digital that «American taxpayers should not be funding institutions that undermine our country or promote one-sided, divisive political narratives.»
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People walk on the National Mall near the Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C., on May 10, 2021. President Donald Trump has ordered signs installed outside the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History directing visitors to a White House report criticizing the museum’s portrayal of American history. (MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)
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At the time, the Smithsonian said it was conducting a review of museum content and remained committed to «continuous and rigorous scholarship and research and unbiased presentation of facts and history.»
The Smithsonian is overseen by a Board of Regents that includes Vice President JD Vance, Chief Justice John Roberts, members of Congress and citizen regents. The institution receives roughly two-thirds of its approximately $1 billion annual budget through federal appropriations.
Fox News Digital’s Jasmine Baehr contributed to this report.
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Destituyeron al fiscal general de la Corte Penal Internacional tras una denuncia de agresión sexual

La Asamblea de los Estados Partes de la Corte Penal Internacional (CPI) decidió este viernes destituir al fiscal general Karim Khan, acusado de agresión sexual por una integrante de su equipo de trabajo, en una votación secreta realizada durante una reunión extraordinaria celebrada en la sede de las Naciones Unidas en Nueva York.
Según confirmaron fuentes diplomáticas a la agencia de noticias AFP, 82 de los 125 Estados miembros de la CPI votaron a favor de remover al jurista británico de 56 años, superando ampliamente el mínimo de 63 votos requerido para aprobar la medida.
Khan rechaza las acusaciones y anunció que impugnará la decisión por las vías legales disponibles.
“El señor Khan impugnará la legalidad y la justicia de la decisión mediante todos los mecanismos legales disponibles”, escribió en la red social X su abogado, Tayab Ali. El letrado reiteró que su cliente niega los hechos que se le atribuyen.
Khan había dejado sus funciones en mayo de 2025 para concentrarse en su defensa, luego de que se abriera una investigación por una denuncia presentada por una compañera de trabajo. El mes pasado, además, fue suspendido por la Mesa de la Asamblea de los Estados Partes, un órgano directivo de la CPI integrado por 21 miembros que convocó la reunión en la que finalmente se resolvió su destitución.
La denunciante, identificada públicamente como Sarah, una abogada de origen malasio, brindó recientemente una entrevista a CNN en la que relató detalles de los presuntos hechos. La mujer aseguró haber sido víctima de una “escalada de intentos” de agresión y afirmó que la relación jerárquica con Khan impedía cualquier posibilidad de consentimiento.
“Es imposible que exista consentimiento cuando hay un desequilibrio de poder de tal magnitud. Lo que mucha gente no entiende es que el señor Khan no era sólo mi jefe, sino el jefe de todo el mundo”, declaró.
Leé también: La administración Trump aseguró que la Corte Penal Internacional representa “una amenaza intolerable” contra los Estados Unidos
Antes de la votación, la defensa del fiscal había pedido a los Estados miembros que se abstuvieran de avanzar con la destitución. En una carta abierta difundida esta semana, sus abogados sostuvieron que los procedimientos seguidos no habían garantizado adecuadamente su derecho a la defensa y cuestionaron los informes que sustentan la investigación, cuyos detalles aún no fueron divulgados públicamente. El fiscal jefe de la Corte Penal Internacional (CPI), Karim Khan, y la fiscal general de Ucrania, Iryna Venediktova, investigaron una fosa común en la localidad de Bucha, en las afueras de Kiev, el 13 de abril de 2022. (Foto: REUTERS/Volodymyr Petrov/Archivo)
El equipo legal también advirtió que una eventual remoción podría afectar la independencia de futuros fiscales de la Corte. “La independencia conlleva un precio y la maquinaria de la Corte puede volverse contra sus propios responsables cuando dicha independencia se torna incómoda”, señalaron.
La figura de Khan había cobrado relevancia internacional en los últimos años por investigaciones de alto perfil. Entre ellas, el pedido de órdenes de arresto contra el primer ministro israelí, Benjamin Netanyahu, y el entonces ministro de Defensa Yoav Gallant por presuntos crímenes vinculados a la guerra en Gaza. También impulsó acciones judiciales contra dirigentes de Hamas. Como respuesta a esas iniciativas, Estados Unidos le impuso sanciones económicas y restricciones de ingreso al país.
La destitución generó reacciones inmediatas. El ministro de Asuntos Exteriores de Israel, Gideon Sa’ar, celebró en X la salida de Khan y la calificó como un relevo “largamente esperado”. Además, acusó al exfiscal de haber promovido órdenes de arresto “escandalosas” contra funcionarios israelíes para desviar la atención de las denuncias en su contra.
Por su parte, Stephen Rapp, exembajador estadounidense especializado en crímenes de guerra, había afirmado antes de la votación que existían pruebas suficientes para justificar la remoción. A su juicio, no actuar habría perjudicado seriamente la credibilidad de la Corte y la habría dejado más expuesta a cuestionamientos externos.
(Con información de AFP)
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