
Trump Announces 10-Day Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire
President Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire. The agreement is set to begin at midnight.
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President Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire. The agreement is set to begin at midnight.

Pope Leo XIV visited Cameroon, where he was greeted by large crowds and delivered a powerful message to the country's elites. He called for an end to corruption and abuse of power, emphasizing the importance of human rights.

The Vatican's exhibit at this year's Venice Biennale, curated by Obrist and Vickers, is titled 'The Ear is the Eye of the Soul' and will be displayed across two venues, featuring artists Carminho and Ilda David.

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to and held their first direct negotiations in decades, with talks facilitated by the United States. An Israeli envoy described the discussions as an excellent exchange of views.

A Chinese oil tanker, subject to US sanctions, successfully traversed the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly breaching the US-imposed blockade. This incident has sparked debate over the blockade's effectiveness and legality, drawing criticism from Iran.
US officials have denied a report alleging that the Pentagon threatened the Vatican with military force.

Donald Trump launched a tirade against Pope Leo XIV on Truth Social, stating he does not want a Pope who criticizes the US President and accusing him of weakness in fighting crime and foreign policy.

Czech Senator Václav Láska describes the dispute between the Prague Castle and the Foreign Minister, the rejection of the Vatican treaty, and Petr Macinka's political ambitions as a "farce" driven by Macinka's provocative nature.

Vietnam has extended an unprecedented invitation to Pope Leo XIV for a visit to the Southeast Asian country, amidst a recent diplomatic thaw between the communist regime and the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV delivered a strong condemnation of war and the 'delusion of omnipotence' during evening prayers at a peace vigil in St Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City. His comments were seen as his strongest yet on ongoing conflicts.

Administrația lui Donald Trump a prezentat noi randări ale unui proiect monumental propus pentru Washington, care prevede construirea unui arc de triumf de mari dimensiuni, cu o statuie aurie a…

L’inquilino dell’Eliseo, in Vaticano insieme alla moglie Brigitte, ricevuto per un’ora. Sul tavolo Libano e crisi in Medio Oriente. “Porre fine ai conflitti attraverso negoziati”
Pope Leo XIV held his first meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Vatican. Macron, accompanied by his wife Brigitte, also met with Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin during his visit, receiving gifts including a basketball jersey.
The Vatican has archived a complaint against the former bishop of Cádiz, Zornoza, due to a formal defect, citing the impossibility of verifying the victim's age.
The Comboni Missionary Sisters in the Democratic Republic of Congo are working to support and make common cause with the most vulnerable populations.

A reference to the Avignon Papacy during a Pentagon meeting has ignited debate regarding the state of US-Vatican relations, potentially linked to former President Trump.

French President Emmanuel Macron held his first meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, discussing topics such as Algeria and Catholic schools, and is expected to invite the pontiff to visit France in September.

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle and San Pablo Bishop Marcelino Maralit as new members of the Vatican’s communication arm, strengthening its media outreach.

A report suggests Pope Leo XIV may not visit the US while Donald Trump is president, following a contentious meeting between a senior Vatican official and Pentagon representatives, with the American Pope known for his criticism of Trump.

Online rumors have circulated regarding Pope Francis potentially excommunicating JD Vance, prompting fact-checking efforts amidst reports of a broader dispute between the Pentagon and the Vatican.

The former BKK leader says it's not a new phenomenon for Russian interests to override Hungarian public interest, and a reminder of this pro-Russian policy is that on the country's busiest metro...

Conservative podcaster Candace Owens has reacted to reports of senior Pentagon officials summoning the Vatican envoy, demanding to know who threatened the ambassador amid growing tensions.
A papal visitation and investigation by the Vatican into allegations against Heiligenkreuz Abbey has concluded, with Rome issuing a series of 'instructions' for the community's future development.

A Vatican aid convoy, escorted by French UN peacekeepers, was prevented from reaching Christian villages near the Israeli border in southern Lebanon due to gunfire. The convoy was heading towards the village of Debl.

Locals in Kretinga, Lithuania, claim miracles continue to occur at the grave of Jurgis Ambraziejus Pabrėža, whom they consider a saint despite no official recognition. The Vatican has permitted the start of his beatification process, the first in Lithuanian history.

A film by Stanley Kubrick has been included on a list compiled by Pope John Paul II and Cardinal John Patrick Foley, which features works categorized by religion, values, and art.

Tens of thousands of faithful gathered in front of the Colosseum on Good Friday to participate in the Way of the Cross, led by Pope Leo XIV, with prayers and reflections on responsibility for wars.

Three elderly nuns who escaped a nursing home to return to their Austrian monastery are now closer to receiving Vatican permission to remain there and are expected to travel to Rome.
Pope Leo speaks with Israeli, Ukrainian presidents: Vatican straitstimes.com

A Czech Constitutional Court judge stated that the agreement with the Vatican, particularly the clause recognizing confessional secrecy, grants the Catholic Church a privileged position over other churches.

The Vatican is establishing guidelines for an ethical approach to space, emphasizing that space must be a common good with a clear legal framework and a sense of responsibility towards humanity and future generations.

Bishop Kukah has been appointed by the Pope to a top role within the Vatican, where he will serve a five-year term on the Council alongside other prominent cardinals, archbishops, and bishops from around the world.
The Vatican has expressed regret to Israel following an incident involving the blocking of access to the Holy Sepulchre.

Patrons have financed a trip to Rome for three nuns from Goldenstein, Salzburg, who are hoping for an audience with the Pope amidst an undecided Vatican decision on their future at the monastery.

President Trump has publicly reiterated his threat that 'Cuba is next' for US military action while speaking at a Saudi investment conference, as US-Cuba tensions continue to rise due to restricted oil shipments, prompting Cuba to seek the Vatican's help, amidst the island's latest internal crisis.

The appointment of François Pauly as the new head of the Vatican Bank has sparked Hollywood-style conspiracy theories about the 'Illuminati' taking over the Holy See.
An analysis explores the Vatican's role as a proponent of multilateralism and a UN-based global order, questioning whether the authority of popes in international politics is systematically weakening in their efforts to ensure peace.

Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin has called for an end to the war in the Middle East, expressing hope that Holy Week rituals in Jerusalem can be celebrated, at least internally, following the cancellation of processions.

Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin urged Italy's political class to leverage the high voter participation seen in the recent referendum on justice reform to foster greater harmony.

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Rev. Fr. Gerardo Fortich Saco Jr. as the eighth bishop of the Diocese of Tagbilaran, as announced by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP). The Vatican confirmed the appointment.

The Vatican has issued guidelines through the Pontifical Academy for Life, indicating that the Catholic Church has no objections to xenotransplantation, the transplantation of animal organs to humans.
A cardinal in the Vatican, an emeritus president of the Pontifical Council for Culture, stated in an opinion piece that persecuting immigrants, as done by Donald Trump, is anti-Christian.

The Vatican has outlined guidelines for transplanting of organs or tissues from one species to another

Fahrettin Altun, formerly a key figure in Erdogan's propaganda machine and head of the Turkish presidency's Communications Directorate, is now reportedly moving to a diplomatic role at Turkey's embassy in the Vatican.

In the very heart of Kaunas Old Town, there is a place where, standing in one courtyard, one can encompass centuries of history: the 16th-century wall is extended by the lines of interwar modernism, and 19th-century crosses...

Nomeado embaixador do Vaticano em Portugal em janeiro, Andrés Carrascosa Coso refletiu sobre o pontificado de Leão XIV, empenhado em continuar o legado de Francisco, mesmo sem exposição mediática.

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Cardinal Henryk Gulbinowicz was sanctioned by the Vatican in 2020, days before his death.
A new report suggests that correspondence indicates a systematic cover-up of abuse cases within the Vatican archives, where documents were allegedly hidden and made to 'disappear' through a bureaucratic system.
Top Vatican cardinal urges Trump, Israel to end war 'as soon as possible' Reuters

Silicon valley titan Peter Thiel is drawing fire from the Vatican and Italian media by holding a series of lectures on the Antichrist in Rome that are reminiscent of the “South Park” episode in which…
A Vatican appeals court has declared a mistrial in the high-profile 'trial of the century' against a cardinal, signaling a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings.

A Vatican appeals court overturned the conviction in a landmark fraud case involving a senior Catholic cardinal. Angelo Becciu is appealing a five-and-a-half year jail term.

The Vatican City court of appeal has overturned the conviction of Italian Cardinal Angelo Becciu, who was sentenced to 5.5 years in prison for embezzlement in 2023, along with the verdicts against eight other defendants.

Pope Leo received journalists from Italy's Rai public television's second channel at the Vatican for their 50th anniversary, urging them to show the true face of war and present it from the victims' perspective.

American billionaire and venture capitalist Peter Thiel launched a series of closed-door lectures in Rome on Sunday about the concept of the Antichrist.

The Vatican envoy to Lebanon visited Qlayaa, after a priest was killed in an Israeli attack.

Cuba began releasing political prisoners on Friday, a day after the government announced the early release of 51 individuals under the auspices of the Vatican.
Thiel brings his Antichrist lectures to the Vatican’s doorstep, and Catholic institutions back away AP News
At the Vatican's Sistine Chapel, a large-scale restoration of Michelangelo's massive fresco "The Last Judgment" is underway for the first time in about 30 years. Indispensable to this work is Japanese Washi paper.

In the 1960s, the panel was repainted by a forger who 'completed' it by hiding the original Christ. After restoration, the 16th-century painting will be exhibited at the Apostolic Palace this Saturday.

According to the Wine Institute, the Vatican consumes the most wine in the world, i.e. 74 liters per capita per year. This practically means 2 times more than Italy.
The Vatican Museums will exhibit the painting next Saturday, March 14, as part of the exhibition 'El Greco in the Mirror. Two Paintings Face to Face', which can be seen in Castel Gandolfo.

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 10 - Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday sacked the Chaldean bishop of San Diego after his arrest on suspicion of money laundering. The Chaldean bishop of the Eparchy of Saint Peter the Apostle of San Diego of the Chaldeans in the United States, Msgr. Emanuel Hana Shaleta, has been dismissed, Vatican sources said. He was arrested on March 5th at San Diego International Airport while attempting to leave the United States. Shaleta is accused of embezzlement and money laundering. The Pope...

Lithuanian MP Agnė Širinskienė has filed a complaint with the Chief Official Ethics Commission, requesting an investigation into whether Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė violated ethics by bringing her family on an official trip to the Vatican.

The Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina met with Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican and extended an invitation for him to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The custom car included etchings of both Chicago and the Vatican

A Vatican reporter shares insights into the "surreal experience" of traveling with the Pope during his Africa tour, describing the unique environment within the Vatican "bubble."
Donald Trump has repeatedly shared AI-generated images depicting himself in religious contexts, including being embraced by Jesus, drawing both praise from some evangelical leaders and broader discussion.

The Holy See is planning a sound pavilion in Venice titled "The Ear is the Eye of the Soul," bringing together spirituality and pop culture, inspired by Hildegard von Bingen, with contributions from Brian Eno and Patti Smith.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Norway for a visit, his fourth to the country. During his trip, discussions included the repair of the Druzhba oil pipeline to Hungary and claims of a battle won solely by drones and robots.

Péter Magyar, a new political figure, achieved a significant victory in Hungarian elections, signaling a potential shift in the country's political landscape. He has stated he would not block EU credit to Ukraine and expressed openness to cooperation with China, while also announcing plans to suspend news broadcasting on state media.

US, Indonesia discussing proposal allowing US military overflight in Indonesian airspace, defence ministry says The Straits Times
The International Christian Embassy condemned the burning of an effigy of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an Easter ceremony in Spain. The group urged the Vatican to address what it called one-sided criticism of Israel and prevent similar incidents globally.
Pope says he has ‘no fear of Trump administration’ after president slams his Iran war criticism CNN

Vietnam's Party General Secretary and President To Lam have extended an official invitation to Pope Leo XIV to pay a visit to Vietnam, conveyed by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man during a meeting at the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV blasts ‘delusion of omnipotence’ fueling the US-Israeli war in Iran AP News

Relations between the US and the Vatican are reportedly strained, with the Pentagon denying accusations of berating a papal diplomat, following the Vatican's repeated condemnation of US military actions alongside Israel in Iran.

Portuguese Cardinal Américo Aguiar, who led World Youth Day in Lisbon in 2023, has been appointed to a central body of the Holy See under Pope Leo XIV.
French President Emmanuel Macron met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican for their first official talks, with the war in the Middle East and concerns over Lebanon dominating the agenda.

The Pentagon has denied news reports suggesting it summoned a high-ranking Vatican official in January to seek the Church's support for the U.S. military, amidst a controversy involving Pope Leo XIV.

A diplomatic incident has unfolded between the Pentagon and the Church, following a speech by the apostolic nuncio denouncing war and violations of international law. This led to a meeting between the Undersecretary of Defense and the nuncio, with discussions reportedly touching on threats of a 'new Avignon'.

El actor critica la amenaza del presidente de destruir “toda la civilización de Irán” y la respuesta oficial de EE.UU. eleva el tono del choque
Trump's Pentagon has asserted that a meeting with the Vatican was 'respectful,' countering earlier reports that claimed the meeting involved threats to the Church.

French President Emmanuel Macron is in Rome for a visit that includes a meeting with the lay Catholic Community of Sant'Egidio and his first meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.

French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss the war in the Middle East and the situation of Christians in the region.

The Vatican's SCV1 Papal Mobile has officially arrived in Cameroon on April 8, signaling the imminent Papal visit to the African continent, starting with Cameroon.

Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė addressed public criticism regarding her family's choice of all-black clothing during their recent visit with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV has emerged as an increasingly vocal critic of the Iran conflict.

SRBIJA je s izraelskim vojnim divom Elbit Systems dogovorila proizvodnju dronova na svom teritoriju, objavila je u utorak Balkanska istraživačka mreža (BIRN) u suradnji s izraelskim listom Haaretz.
Vatican aid convoy to southern Lebanese town forced back by bombardment The Straits Times

A rare testimony sheds light on historical debates in Tirana concerning the draft statute of the Albanian Catholic Church, involving figures like At Marin Sirdani and Tuk Jakova, and the role of the Vatican.

During his first Easter mass, Pope Leo XIV warned against global indifference to violence and urged leaders to choose peace. Similarly, Manila’s Jose Cardinal Advincula delivered an Easter message to the Catholic faithful, calling to push back against global indifference and the normalization of genocide amid ongoing wars.

Ahead of the holidays, Pope Francis has enacted significant personnel changes within the Vatican, while consistently using his public appearances to advocate for global peace amidst ongoing conflicts and suffering.

The blooms adorning the Vatican during Easter and the tulips in the White House gardens come from the Netherlands.

The Catholic Church in Austria is reportedly open to relaxing the celibacy requirement for priests, with a STANDARD poll indicating that 83 percent of the population believes priests should be allowed to have wives and children. Critics argue that the Vatican's adherence to centuries-old principles contributes to the decline in faithful.

The Vatican is showcasing two ancient tapestries and medals in the Pinacoteca during Easter week, in celebration of the holiday and the 400th anniversary of St. Peter's Basilica.

The Czech Constitutional Court has ruled that a portion of the treaty with the Vatican conflicts with the Czech constitutional order, preventing its ratification until the discrepancies, such as those concerning confessional secrecy, are resolved through further negotiations.
Israel initially blocked Jerusalem’s Catholic cardinal from marking Palm Sunday at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, sparking international outcry and prompting Washington to express concern. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later reversed the ban, though the Vatican expressed dissatisfaction over the restricted access.
The Vatican has conveyed its regret to Israel following an incident involving the blocking of access to the Holy Sepulchre, signaling diplomatic tensions over religious sites.

Israeli police prevented Catholic leaders, including the Latin Patriarch, from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem to celebrate Palm Sunday Mass. The decision has drawn widespread criticism from international leaders, including Italy, France, Spain, and the EU, who have denounced it as a violation of religious freedom.
Cuba is seeking the Vatican's assistance to ease the US oil embargo, a development occurring as the US-Israel war on Iran continues. One month into the conflict, with Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed, the US Secretary of State suggests the war could conclude in weeks, not months, presenting hard choices for the US administration.

The Brno diocese has exhumed the remains of martyr Václav Drbola, a priest murdered by communists in the 1950s, which will now be prepared by a Vatican reliquary specialist for his beatification ceremony in June.

Vatican expert Ludwig Ring-Eifel evaluates the tenure of Pope Leo XIV and the current role of Cardinal Hollerich, particularly in the context of war, noting the problematic aspect of an American pope.

Political representatives of Croats from Bosnia and Herzegovina's executive and legislative branches attended an audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, advocating for a stable and prosperous BiH within the European family.

Pope Leo XIV has elevated the Apostolic Vicariate of Calapan to the status of a diocese. Concurrently, the Pope also named its first bishop, marking a significant development for the local Catholic community.

In a letter to Lourdes, Pope Leo XIV called for care for abuse victims and concrete solutions for those adhering to the Vetus Ordo without breaking from the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV has filled a significant Vatican vacancy by appointing an Australian church lawyer to serve as the Holy See’s top legal expert.

The Vatican has issued an 88-page document with ethical guidelines, confirming the Catholic Church's long-standing teaching that it has no objections to Catholics receiving animal organ transplants, provided best medical practices are followed.
Tunisia is at the forefront of an African initiative to advance climate action and foster technology cooperation across the continent, aiming to address environmental challenges.

The Vatican's Sistine Chapel recently hosted a private concert, premiering a new composition that explores interactions with angels as depicted in the Bible. This event offered a rare glimpse inside the historic chapel for a musical performance.

Tech mogul Peter Thiel's lecture series in Rome, aimed at identifying the antichrist, reportedly ended as a 'fiasco' with few important decision-makers attending, though he managed to send a signal in the ongoing 'battle' for the Vatican.

A new documentary investigates the "Father Rupnik affair" in the Vatican, drawing parallels to the Jeffrey Epstein case in the US, focusing on the alleged sexual abuse scandal involving the Slovenian Jesuit priest.

A Vatican expert is discussing ongoing speculation about whether Pope Francis has been secretly preparing his successor, Leo XIV, for a long time.

Mindaugas Sinkevičius, chairman of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party, positively assessed the ongoing investigation by the Chief Official Ethics Commission (VTEK) into Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė's trips to Italy and the Vatican.

Jornal Económico: Private hospitals invested a record value of 312 million euros in 2025. El País: The Vatican concealed cases of pedophilia in the Catholic Church for almost 90 years.

Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin urged United States President Donald Trump and Israel to cease their attacks on Iran, emphasizing that problems must be resolved through dialogue.
The trial of Cardinal Angelo Becciu, who was convicted of financial irregularities in the Holy See, will have to be repeated after an appeals court found numerous procedural errors.

The Vatican Appeals Court has declared the first instance of the Becciu trial 'relatively null' and ordered a new hearing, requiring all relevant documents to be deposited.

Pope Leo XIV's private audience with journalist Gareth Gore, known for his investigation into Opus Dei, suggests the organization may be under scrutiny within the Vatican.
They broke with the Vatican and were excommunicated. After almost two years of a bizarre dispute of faith, the sisters have now left their religious house.

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 16 - Palestinian National Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Monday telephoned Pope Leo XIV and voiced his concern over the "worrying" developments in the Middle East conflict and the living conditions of the Palestinian people amid rising Israeli settler violence and worsening conditions in Gaza, the Vatican said. "This morning, the Holy Father Leo XIV received a telephone call from Mahmoud Abbas, President of the State of Palestine, regarding the worrying developments i...

Approximately 10 months after his election, Pope Leo XIV has moved into the renovated Apostolic Palace in the Vatican, ending Pope Francis' tradition of living in the more modest Santa Marta residence and marking a return to traditional papal customs, as reported by multiple sources including N1-BiH and Hotnews.

Villanueva remains a Catholic priest, as there is no papal decree, Vatican statement, or diocesan communication formally laicizing him

Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the release of dozens of prisoners, including 51 who had served a significant portion of their sentences, following talks between Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez and Pope Leo in the Vatican. This move comes amidst intense U.S. pressure on the country.
Peter Thiel, a technocrat who advocates for an authoritarian state, is secretly preparing three days of conferences on the Antichrist while unease grows in the Vatican.

Seven 'rebel nuns' in Spain, who no longer recognize the authority of the Vatican, are being forced to leave their monastery after nearly two years of legal disputes with the Catholic Church.

The conflict has been causing a stir since 2024. At that time, the nuns declared: 'We do not recognize the Vatican – it is a farce.'

Lebanese authorities on Tuesday asked the Vatican for protection for its Christian communities in the border areas with Israel, after a Maronite Catholic priest died on Monday in an Israeli attack...

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 10 - Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday sacked the Chaldean bishop of San Diego after his arrest on suspicion of money laundering. The Chaldean bishop of the Eparchy of Saint Peter the Apostle of San Diego of the Chaldeans in the United States, Msgr. Emanuel Hana Shaleta, has been dismissed, Vatican sources said. He was arrested on March 5th at San Diego International Airport while attempting to leave the United States. Shaleta is accused of embezzlement and money laundering. The Pope...

Mindaugas Sinkevičius stated he sees no problem with Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė's delegation for a Vatican visit, which included her family, despite a request for an ethics investigation into potential conflicts of interest.
Members of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina are scheduled to make an official visit to the Holy See on Monday, March 9, where they will meet with Pope Leo XIV.

Members of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Denis Bećirović, Željko Komšić, and Željka Cvijanović, visited the Vatican and met with Pope Leo XIV, inviting him to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Both the envoy from Havana and the US ambassador to the island have visited the Holy See in recent weeks. Leone's concern, the humanitarian crisis, the hypothesis of a transition.
Cardinal Robert Prevost, known as Lev XIV, continues to support his hometown Chicago White Sox even in the Vatican, occasionally wearing team merchandise. The baseball team plans to distribute papal mitres to fans, playfully acknowledging the cardinal's fandom.

Tom Homan, a US border official, expressed his wish for the Pope to stay out of immigration matters, becoming the latest administration member to feud with the Vatican over border security realities.

Hungarian opposition figure Peter Magyar announced plans to suspend state television and radio broadcasts, promising to reform public media to ensure press freedom and truth for Hungarians. This pledge comes amidst political discussions involving figures like Donald Trump and Serbian President Vučić regarding Hungarian politics.

The International Monetary Fund has lowered its global growth forecast and issued a warning about a potential worldwide recession. This outlook is largely attributed to the escalating conflict in the Middle East and its impact on energy markets.

Donald Trump removed an image depicting him as Jesus after facing indignation from the religious right, further escalating a public dispute with Pope Leo. The controversy saw Pope Leo respond to Trump's criticisms, while Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also condemned Trump's remarks.

Trump’s comments on Sunday follow a decade of disputes between the U.S. leader and his Vatican counterparts on topics spanning war to migration

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'terrible' for foreign policy and 'weak' on crime; US blockade of Iranian ports to start after peace talks collapse

Reports indicate a period of strained relations between the US and the Vatican, marked by a meeting of the papal nuncio at the Pentagon and discussions surrounding US threats.

Tran Thanh Man, Chairman of Vietnam's National Assembly, held a meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on April 11, local time.

Approximately 200 guests attended a rare private concert in the iconic and highly restricted Sistine Chapel at the Vatican.

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Οι ΗΠΑ παραμένουν απολύτως προσηλωμένες στο ΝΑΤΟ, τόνισε ο Βρετανός υπουργός Άμυνας, Τζον Χίλι, στον απόηχο σεναρίων για ενδεχόμενη μείωση της αμερικανικής στρατιωτικής παρουσίας στην Ευρώπη.
US and Vatican officials have sought to downplay accounts of strained relations between the Trump administration and the Catholic Church, with a church official describing a Vatican meeting at the Pentagon as 'unusual'.

French President Emmanuel Macron visited the Vatican and, according to RTL, presented Pope Leo XIV with a signed French national basketball team jersey during his protocol visit.

The Pentagon has downplayed any rift with the Vatican, despite criticism from the Pope, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth continues to emphasize his Christian faith in his leadership, including instituting a voluntary monthly prayer service.

A high-ranking US official, identified as a Trump ally, reportedly threatened a cardinal during a meeting between the Pentagon and the Vatican. The official allegedly warned the Pope to support Trump and referenced the historical 'Avignon Captivity,' causing significant tension.

Yago de la Cierva, coordinator for Pope Benedict XVI's 2011 trip to Spain, revealed that the Vatican explicitly denied Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso the chance to drive the Popemobile.
A recent court ruling has necessitated that the proposed treaty between the Czech Republic and the Vatican be sent back for further review and revision.

Reports suggest tensions between the White House and the Vatican, with a Holy See representative reportedly called to the Pentagon and speculation that Pope Leo XIV may not visit the US while Donald Trump is president.

The Harlem Globetrotters met the Pontiff at the Vatican, where they helped him spin a basketball on his finger during their visit.

The Harlem Globetrotters visited Pope Leo at St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, where a team member demonstrated how to spin a basketball on his finger.
A Vatican aid convoy attempting to deliver assistance in South Lebanon was forced to turn back after encountering gunfire in the area.

A humanitarian aid convoy from the Apostolic Nuncio in Lebanon, destined for Christian villages in the south, was forced to turn back after coming under fire.

Pope Francis led the Regina Caeli prayer from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, offering a message of hope to humanity, with many pilgrims gathered in Rome for Easter.
The Democratic Republic of Congo celebrates Easter with the Zairean Rite, a unique Vatican-approved Catholic liturgy deeply influenced by local culture, featuring song, dance, and distinct rituals.
The Vatican has established a compensation mechanism for victims of Sodalicio, an ultraconservative organization founded in Peru and dissolved by Pope Francis last year due to major abuse scandals.
Pope Leo speaks with Israeli, Ukrainian presidents: Vatican The Straits Times

Three nuns who previously escaped a care home to return to their convent near Salzburg are reportedly a step closer to receiving Vatican approval to remain there.

U.S. President Donald Trump made a historic appearance at the Supreme Court for arguments concerning birthright citizenship, a policy central to his immigration stance, with new reports questioning the case's overall significance.

The Netherlands has sent thousands of blessed flowers from Keukenhof to Vatican City. These flowers will be used as part of the Easter celebrations at St. Peter’s Square in Rome.

Easter flowers, a 40-year tradition, were blessed in Keukenhof, Lisse, and will adorn the Vatican for Pope Leo XIV's first Easter Mass as Pope.

Pope Leo XIV has reorganized the Vatican Curia, appointing an Italian to the influential position of Sostituto, a role considered second only to the Secretary of State.

The Vatican has issued a statement opposing the euthanasia chosen by 25-year-old Noelia in Spain, asserting that the end of life should not depend on a subjective perception of pain.
Cuba is seeking the Vatican's intervention to ease the US oil embargo, which has led to severe fuel shortages, as tensions rise between the US and Cuba over restricted oil shipments.

The Vilnius district municipal council removed from its agenda discussions on renaming streets currently bearing the name of Cardinal Henryk Roman Gulbinowicz, who was sanctioned by the Vatican for pedophilia.

Clergy in Calapan renewed their vows following the Vatican's decision to raise the local vicariate to the status of a diocese, marking a significant event for the religious community.

Luxembourg financial manager François Pauly has been appointed as the new president of the Vatican Bank, which, despite recovering from past scandals, still faces challenges in its overall financial management.

Renowned exorcist Father Dan Reehil appeared on 'TMZ Live' to discuss the reality and activity of the Devil, following an exorcist summit hosted by Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican earlier this month.

A segment of Polish Catholics considers the teachings of the Second Vatican Council to be heresy, leading some priests to refuse to read a pastoral letter from the episcopate during mass.
A Luxembourger named Pauly is set to become the new head of the Vatican Bank (IOR), succeeding the long-serving French chief who is retiring. The IOR has recently returned to profitability and is free from scandals.

Actor Shia LaBeouf was seen exploring Vatican City in Rome with his father, enjoying the sights despite previous reports of outbursts during his trip to Italy for his dad's baptism.
Yad Vashem Chairman Dani Dayan met with Pope Leo XIV to discuss potential collaborations between the Vatican and Yad Vashem regarding Holocaust commemoration, documentation, and education.
A rare private concert focusing on angel encounters was held inside the Sistine Chapel, offering a unique and intimate experience within the historic Vatican venue.
The Vatican has initiated a new campaign aimed at encouraging institutions and individuals to divest from mining industries.
The audience in the Vatican precedes the monarch's inauguration at Santa Maria Maggiore.

Four Palestinian women were killed and several others injured when missile debris, reportedly from an Iranian attack, struck a beauty salon in Beit Awwa in the southern West Bank, marking the first Palestinian deaths in the Middle East war, leading to widespread mourning among Palestinians.

A new report, based on letters sent to the Vatican, suggests that cases of sexual abuse were potentially covered up and made to disappear within the Vatican's bureaucratic system.
Controversial tech entrepreneur Peter Thiel is holding secretive lectures in Rome on the 'Antichrist' and AI, reportedly unsettling the Vatican and challenging two thousand years of Christian thought, drawing significant media attention.

Cardinal Angelo Becciu expressed hope for his complete innocence to be recognized, a day after a Vatican appeals court ordered his retrial for alleged financial wrongdoing, including a luxury flat in London.

An appeals court has called for a retrial in the Vatican's 'Trial of the Century,' citing irregularities in the prosecution. Three years ago, the Vatican's criminal court had convicted a cardinal for the first time in history.

Mgr Becciu, ancien proche conseiller du pape François, a été condamné en décembre 2023 à cinq ans et demi de prison et 8.000 euros d’amende par le tribunal pénal du Vatican.
The trial of Cardinal Angelo Becciu, a key case in Pope Francis's financial reforms, must be repeated from the beginning due to irregularities in the prosecution's presentation of evidence.

Federal authorities are moving to dismiss charges against Army veteran Jay Carey, who burned an American flag near the White House in protest of a Trump executive order, an act he stated was to demonstrate the sanctity of the First Amendment.

Billionaire tech investor and Trump ally Peter Thiel is in Rome to deliver lectures on Armageddon near the Vatican, following his criticism of a 'woke American Pope'.
Cardinal Konrad Krajewski, after years of service in the Vatican for four popes, is returning to Poland to become the Metropolitan of Łódź, bringing with him a strong public image.

The Cuban government announced its decision to release 51 prisoners in the coming days as a gesture of goodwill towards the Vatican, following close and normal relations.

Resist temptation! The Vatican warns Catholic priests after it's noticeable that more and more are relying on the convenience of artificial intelligence.

The Embassies of Ghana in Rome and Vatican celebrated Ghana’s 69th Independence Day with a vibrant three-day event from 6th March to 8th March, 2026.

MANILA, Philippines — “Are you Catholic?” Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson on Wednesday posed this apt question to Raphael Perpetuo “Popo” Mercado Lotilla, who has since hurdled the Commission on Appointments (CA) panel as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Holy See, the central governing body of the Catholic Church, with concurrent jurisdiction over

Seven rebellious nuns in Spain, who declared they do not recognize the Vatican, are being evicted from their monastery, with a spokesperson stating they wish to leave unseen out of dignity.

First Nations leaders unveiled five items repatriated to their communities after being at the Vatican for more than a century, during a ceremony at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Que.,…

Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė has defended her and her family members' visit to the Vatican, stating they acted according to protocol, following a request for an ethics commission inquiry into potential conflict of interest.
Marginesy has re-released Szczepan Twardoch's thriller 'Przemienienie,' which delves into a mysterious 'Structure' connecting the Vatican, communists, and aristocrats, following the success of 'Nulla.'

A visit by Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė's delegation to the Vatican incurred costs of approximately 8,000 euros for the Government Chancellery, excluding military aircraft expenses.
Members of the BiH Presidency met with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican, conveying greetings on behalf of Bosnia and Herzegovina and expressing gratitude.