Pilgrims blocked from entering St. Peter's Basilica

Pilgrims participating in the 15th Peregrinatio ad Petri Sedem were denied entry to St. Peter's Basilica on October 24, 2026. The group, which included a small number of priests, was escorted to the obelisk in St. Peter's Square, where they were prevented from proceeding into the basilica.

Messainlatino reported that although access to the basilica had been granted in April, the pilgrims were denied entry at the last moment. The group consisted of faithful from various dioceses worldwide and is not affiliated with the Society of Saint Pius X.