Trump and Leo traveled to the Canary Islands to discuss migrant issues and had disagreements over immigration and foreign policy.

The entities involved

• Donald Trump →

  American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)

  • Trump ended the ceasefire agreement with Iran following recent attacks by Iranian forces.Mon 18:02
  • The Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Mon 18:02
• Leo →
  • Pope Leo criticized Donald Trump's anti-immigration policies during a visit to the Canary Islands.Sun 18:05
  • Leo visited France to discuss religious and social issues and challenged an international organization to uphold its ideals.Sat 22:06
• Canary Islands →

  autonomous community of Spain, and archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean

  • West Africa has become a major hub sending cocaine to Europe, utilizing high-speed boats near the Canary Islands.Mon 17:22
  • Leo XIV concluded his tour in the Canary Islands after warning against the exploitation of desperate migrants in Africa.Mon 14:02

Related events

• As Leo XIV visits the Canary Islands, Pedro Sánchez uses the Spanish Parliament to defend immigration from West Africa amid the migrant plight.Jun 11
• Donald Trump and Leo have been involved in a feud regarding the Iran War and other issues since June 1, 2026.Jun 20