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Peru's Breaking News for Saturday, November 14, 2026.
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Mass with Pope Leo XIV at Las Palmas: Know what you can bring and what is prohibited
Are you planning to attend the Mass with Pope Leo XIV at the Las Palmas Air Base in Surco? To avoid any issues upon entry and to enjoy this Eucharistic celebration without putting your health at risk, it is important to know which items are permitted, which are prohibited, and what measures you should take to prevent heatstroke. Here are all the details.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Peru: Pope Leo XIV returns to Chiclayo for final activities in his beloved diocese
After an approximately 40-minute flight, Pope Leo XIV returned to the city of Chiclayo on Saturday afternoon from Santa Cruz de Succhabamba, where he celebrated a Mass attended by thousands this morning.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV: "We are here in Santa Cruz, the birthplace of a profound Christian faith"
"In this Eucharist, I come, as I have done so many times, to share with you my joy as a disciple and missionary of Christ," Pope Leo XIV said emotionally in his homily during the Mass he celebrated today before a large crowd at the esplanade in Santa Cruz de Succhabamba district, Cajamarca region, on Saturday.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Santa Cruz: "It is a great dream that the Lord has allowed me to be here"
"It is like a very great dream that the Lord has allowed a servant of His to come all the way here, also during this pastoral visit to the Diocese of Chiclayo and all of Peru. I am very happy to meet all of you, the people of Santa Cruz and those who have come from farther away," Pope Leo XIV stated on Saturday before the faithful gathered at the Immaculate Conception Parish following his arrival in Santa Cruz district, Cajamarca region.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV draws millions of people: Why do Peruvians love him so much?
Three million people took to the streets of Lima and Callao to welcome Pope Leo XIV on his homecoming last November 11. More than 1 million faithful attended the Mass he celebrated in the desert plains of Pampas de Pimentel, in Lambayeque. How can the enormous love and affection shown by his fellow countrymen to the former Bishop Robert Prevost, now also a naturalized Peruvian citizen, be explained?
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Peru's Foreign Affairs Minister: We are excited and moved by Pope Leo XIV's sensitivity
Foreign Affairs Minister Carlos Espá highlighted that the Peruvian Government is deeply excited and moved by the sensitivity Pope Leo XIV shows every time he mentions the word Peru following His Holiness’ visit to Lima and Chiclayo.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: "Immaculate Mary, by your side I learned to be Chiclayo's shepherd"
"Immaculate Mary, by your side I learned to be the shepherd of Chiclayo. You accompanied me through its towns and cities. You taught me to meet its people and to be attentive to their needs," Pope Leo XIV said in his homily delivered during the Coronation Rite of the Immaculate Virgin's image, which he officiated at Santa María Cathedral in the "City of Friendship" on Saturday morning.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Peru: Pope Leo XIV leads Coronation Rite of the Immaculate Virgin at Chiclayo Cathedral
Shortly before 8:00 a.m., Pope Leo XIV left the Episcopal Residence in Chiclayo and headed to Santa María Cathedral to preside over the Coronation Rite of the Immaculate Virgin, where thousands of people were waiting for him.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Peru declared "Land of Pope Leo XIV" and Chiclayo as "Faithful Town"
Through Supreme Decree No. 017-2026 of the Ministry of Justice, the Republic of Peru was recognized on Saturday as the "Land of Pope Leo XIV" and the city of Chiclayo as "Faithful Town," in homage to the Supreme Pontiff.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
President Fujimori: Pope Leo XIV inspires us to build a more united and supportive Peru
After attending the Holy Mass celebrated by Pope Leo XIV at the Pampas de Pimentel on Friday, President Keiko Fujimori stated that listening to the Supreme Pontiff inspires the nation to build a more united and supportive country.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV receives Peruvian ID card, retains Chiclayo address
Pope Leo XIV received his electronic National Identity Document (DNI 3.0) in Peru, which retains his address in the northern city of Chiclayo, a place that is part of his personal history.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV to Peru's students: Seek wisdom that machines and software do not possess
"Science without conscience ruins everyone's lives" and "technology without a soul does not truly improve life," Pope Leo XIV stated in his message to young students in Chiclayo, urging them to resist technological paradigms and instead use science to "reduce social distances and heal society's wounds," and to value Christ as the Truth.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
Peru: "Leo, brother, you are from Chiclayo!" university students chant to welcome him
Amid applause, enthusiastic cheers, and expressions of affection, Pope Leo XIV arrived aboard a mini Popemobile at Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo Catholic University (USAT) in Chiclayo, Peru's northern Lambayeque region, on Friday.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV urges religious communities to strengthen defense of most vulnerable people
Pope Leo XIV urged religious figures and Catholic Church members to strengthen the institution's defense of human dignity by supporting the most vulnerable sectors of the population.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Meets with Chiclayo religious leaders and hears their testimonies
Pope Leo XIV on Friday afternoon led a meeting in Chiclayo with bishops, priests, and other members of the Catholic Church. They shared experiences about the pastoral work carried out in this northern part of the country.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
Peru: Pope Leo XIV presents the Golden Rose to Our Lady of Peace in Chiclayo
Pope Leo XIV on Friday presented the Golden Rose to the image of Nuestra Señora de la Paz (Our Lady of Peace) during his meeting with Catholic Church representatives at the shrine dedicated to this Marian devotion in the city of Chiclayo, Lambayeque region, as part of his apostolic visit to Peru.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: One million people welcome him in Chiclayo's streets
One million people on Friday welcomed Pope Leo XIV in the streets of Chiclayo, the city in Peru's northern Lambayeque region where he served as a bishop.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: People of Chiclayo celebrate his return with vibrant excitement
A long round of applause rang out in the main park of Chiclayo following the arrival of Pope Leo XIV at the Lieutenant Colonel Pedro Ruiz Gallo Air Base. A group of the faithful, waiting in the city center, gathered near large screens to follow the live broadcast of the Supreme Pontiff’s landing.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
Pope Leo XIV in Peru: Crowds cheerfully welcomed his visit to San Oscar Romero Chapel
In another display of his characteristic simplicity, Pope Leo XIV stepped out of the vehicle that was transporting him from the Pampas de Pimentel while still some distance from the San Oscar Romero Chapel.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
Peruvian film La Gran Sangre surpasses 30,000 viewers on its opening day
The Peruvian film “La Gran Sangre: ojo x ojo” (The great blood: an eye for an eye) starring Carlos Alcántara, Aldo Miyashiro, Pietro Sibille, and Lucho Cáceres, debuted at the top of the box office rankings.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026