Pakistan, May 9 -- In a landmark moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected the new Pope. After at least four rounds of secret voting by the College of Cardinals, he was chosen to lead the world's 1.3 billion Catholics. He will now be known as Pope Leo XIV.

Pope Leo XIV makes history as the first-ever American Pope. His election signals a significant shift in the global Church, showing a move toward more diverse and international leadership. The decision has been welcomed by many as a reflection of the Church's expanding presence beyond Europe.

Born in the United States, Robert Prevost served as a missionary and bishop in Peru from 2015 to 2023, where he was praised for his work with poor communities and hi...