László Német

László Német is a prominent Serbian cardinal of the Catholic Church, serving as the metropolitan archbishop of the Archdiocese of Belgrade. He was elevated to cardinal by Pope Francis in 2022, reflecting his significant role within the Church. Recently, he gained attention for sharing his experiences during the conclave that elected the new pope, XIV Leo, where he recounts the moment when the new pontiff hesitated to embrace his new role. Német's insights highlight the humility and unexpected nature of the papal election process, emphasizing his long-standing friendship with fellow cardinal Péter Erdő and their shared commitment to unity within the Church.