Pope Leo XIV

“I want to express my solidarity with my Colombian sisters and brothers who have suffered the effects of the recent earthquake,”

Pope Leo XIV · said 2026-08-12 · reported 2026-08-13

Pope Leo XIV thanked those contributing to recovery efforts and said he is praying for those affected by the earthquake.

“deeply saddened to learn the painful news of the earthquake”

Pope Leo XIV · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-11

A spokesman for Pope Leo XIV said the pontiff was deeply saddened to learn of the earthquake.