In a historic moment, King Charles the Third and Pope Leo the Fourteenth prayed together publicly inside the Sistine Chapel, marking the first time in modern history that a British monarch and a pope have joined in prayer. The event, which took place during a state visit to the Vatican, symbolizes improved relations between the Anglican and Catholic churches and highlights the king's commitment to religious tolerance and unity. The service was attended by Anglican and Catholic leaders and featured prayers under Michelangelo's frescoes, emphasizing a shared Christian faith despite ongoing theological differences, such as the ordination of women and views on marriage. Both leaders also share a concern for climate change, underscoring their willingness to collaborate on global issues even as some doctrinal divides remain unresolved.