Pope Francis visited the Italian island of Lampedusa on Saturday, a symbolic location for the plight of migrants arriving in Europe from Africa. The visit focused on the suffering of those fleeing armed conflicts and poverty. During an open-air mass, the Pope urged European nations to provide immediate assistance to refugees in need. He also stressed the importance of establishing long-term strategies to address the root causes of migration, preventing people from being forced to leave their homes. Francis implicitly referenced the history of the United States, noting its foundation was built by immigrants. The visit aims to draw continued attention to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the Mediterranean Sea and advocate for compassionate responses.