The Kings of Spain, Felipe VI and Letizia, held their first audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, which lasted 50 minutes. This meeting is significant as it takes place just before the Pope's upcoming visit to Spain scheduled for June. The royal couple was accompanied by Spanish President Minister Félix Bolaños and Isabel Celáa, the Spanish ambassador to the Holy See. Upon their arrival at the Vatican, the kings were honored with a military greeting by the Swiss Guard, signifying the importance of the visit and the traditions associated with such occasions.

During their meeting, the royals were welcomed by the vice-regent of the Pontifical House, Edward Daniang Daleng, along with a group of gentlemen, before proceeding to the private library of Pope Leo XIV for their conversation. This meeting serves as a diplomatic gesture, reinforcing the relationship between Spain and the Vatican, particularly as preparations are made for the Pope's visit, which may focus on various ecclesiastical matters and potentially pressing social issues in Spain.

Queen Letizia is noted for her tradition of wearing white during official audiences with the Pope, a privilege that underscores her royal status and the significance of these encounters. As the international community looks forward to the upcoming visit, this preliminary meeting has set the stage for discussions that could address contemporary challenges faced by both the Church and society in Spain.