ANALYSIS: Through his words, gestures and even liturgical picks, the new Pope is synthesizing what came before him.

While heartened by the new pope's commitment to social justice, advocates say it's unclear whether Leo will continue Francis' LGBTQ+ outreach.

Prior to his elevation to the papacy, Leo XIV stayed out of the spotlight on certain reforms backed by his predecessor but maintained a close relationship with Pope Francis.

Pope Leo XIV, who recently ascended to the papacy, has come under fresh scrutiny regarding his approach to LGBTQ+ community. A video circulated by the Daily Mail alleges that the new pontiff deliberately ignored a pride flag during a public event,

The newly elected Pope Leo XIV, previously known as Cardinal Robert Prevost, may introduce a fresh approach to the papal ministry. Historian Jose de Carvalho emphasizes that Cardinal Prevost does not necessarily have to imitate his predecessors.