His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, Head of the Catholic Church, received Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam on Monday, 25 August, at the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City. The meeting highlighted the vital role of interfaith dialogue in promoting peace and human fraternity and in addressing global conflicts and crises.
Commenting on the audience, Judge Abdelsalam said he was honored by the meeting, describing it as an important opportunity to consolidate the efforts of faith leaders in calling for an end to conflicts and in fostering peace. He reaffirmed the commitment of the Muslim Council of Elders, led by His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, in cooperation with Al-Azhar, to strengthening the role of religious leaders and institutions in the pursuit of peace.