What wars were taking place at the time of Giovanni da Verrazzano?

During the time of Giovanni da Verrazzano, who explored the Americas in the early 16th century (specifically 1524), several conflicts were occurring in Europe. The Italian Wars (1494-1559) continued to rage, involving major powers like France and Spain vying for control over Italian territories. Additionally, the Reformation was beginning to stir religious conflicts, particularly in Germany, which would later escalate into the Thirty Years' War. These wars significantly influenced European politics and colonial ambitions in the New World.