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Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni Faces Scrutiny Over Release of Libyan Warlord
Italian Leader Criticized Following Decision to Release Controversial Figure While Managing International and Domestic Challenges
Pope Francis Opens Holy Door at Major Italian Prison
Historic move underscores the pontiff’s outreach to inmates and global call for mercy during the 2025 Jubilee
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Pope Francis Urges Unprecedented Dialogue Amid Escalating Ukraine-Russia Tensions
In a fervent Christmas plea, the pontiff calls for peace talks amidst fresh hostilities, while denouncing ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Syria.
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Pope Francis' Call for Compassion: Balancing Humanitarian Needs with Socio-Economic Realities
Weighing the moral imperative against practical challenges in the global migration discourse.
The Vatican's Drive Toward Sustainability: A New Popemobile for a New Era
Pope Francis leads by example in an electric Mercedes, signaling a shift towards environmental stewardship.
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Notre Dame Restored Following Devastating Fire
French President Hails 'Impossible' Achievement Ahead of Cathedral's Reopening
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Vatican Synod Concludes with Support for Women in Leadership Roles
The Vatican's synod concluded, endorsing leadership roles for women in the Catholic Church, though not women's ordination as priests. Nearly sixty women were part of the voting delegates in this global consultation, and the final documen...
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Vatican Labels Gender-Affirming Surgery and Surrogacy as Grave Violations of Human Dignity: A New Doctrine Placing Them Equal to Abortion and Euthanasia
The Vatican has issued a new doctrine, titled "Infinite Dignity," which classifies gender-affirming surgery and surrogacy as grave violations of human dignity.
Archbishop of Canterbury's Easter sermon refers to Kate and King Charles
In his Easter sermon, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, highlighted the cancer diagnoses of King Charles and the Princess of Wales, Catherine, encouraging prayers and a dignified response from the public.
Pope presides over Easter Vigil service after skipping Good Friday procession
Pope Francis led the Easter Vigil service at St. Peter's Basilica on Saturday, following his absence from the Good Friday procession at the Colosseum due to health concerns.
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Ukraine Rejects Pope's Suggestion to Negotiate with Russia
Ukraine firmly rejected Pope Francis's suggestion to seek negotiations with Russia amidst the ongoing conflict, emphasizing their commitment to their national flag and sovereignty.
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"Pope Urges Ukraine to Engage with Russia in Peace Talks":
Pope Francis has called on Ukraine to negotiate peace with Russia, suggesting that Ukraine show "courage" by pursuing diplomatic talks to end the ongoing conflict.
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Pope Francis Urges Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas
Pope Francis, recovering from bronchitis, has made a heartfelt plea for an immediate cessation of the hostilities between Israel and Hamas.
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Hungary Elects New President Amidst Former's Resignation Over Pardon Controversy
Amidst the political turmoil triggered by a child sex abuse pardon, Hungary's National Assembly appointed a new president.
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Ukrainian Catholic Church Rejects Vatican Document on Same-Sex Marriages
The leader of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk, declared on Saturday that a Vatican document endorsed by Pope Francis, which allows blessings for same-sex couples, does not apply to his church or ...
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British Catholic Cardinal Asserts 'Cold-Blooded' Killing of 2 Women at Gaza Church Undermines Israeli 'Right to Self-Defense'
Two women were killed in a Gaza church, challenging Israeli self-defense claims, according to a British cardinal. The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem reports that Nahida Khalil Anton and her daughter Samar fell victim to an Israeli snipe...
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Pope Francis' Dubai Visit for COP28 Scrapped on Medical Advice: Vatican
Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni announced that doctors have advised Pope Francis to forgo his scheduled journey to Dubai for the forthcoming COP28 climate conference.
Polluters could face jail under MSP's ecocide plan
A proposed "ecocide" bill in the Scottish Parliament, which could result in major polluters facing jail sentences of up to 20 years.
Vatican Prosecutor Seeks Seven-Year Sentence for Cardinal Angelo Becciu in London Real Estate Deal Trial
Former Vatican Power Broker Among 10 Defendants Facing Conviction
Pope Francis Leads Angelus Prayers After Hernia Operation, Condemns Tragedies in Greece and Uganda
Pope Francis led the Angelus prayers at the Vatican just days after undergoing a hernia operation.
Pope Francis Recovering After Successful Hernia Surgery, Cancels Audiences Until June 18
Pope Francis has resumed work after spending a good night in hospital following hernia surgery.
Pope Francis Successfully Undergoes Hernia Surgery and Expected to Make Full Recovery
Pope Francis underwent a successful surgery to repair a hernia and is currently in good condition and alert.
Fake Image Of Explosion At Pentagon Briefly Goes Viral
The image, which many observers suspected came from artificial intelligence, was spread by several accounts, forcing the Pentagon to comment that there was no such explosion.
France urges stepped-up US cooperation on terror threats
France’s interior minister warned of a coming resurgence in terrorist threats in Europe during a visit to the US, saying he had asked Washington for stepped-up cooperation ahead of the Paris Olympics in 2024.
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Russian musician Vadim Stroykin passes away following an apparent fall during a police raid.
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House Republican Introduces Bill Aimed at Limiting AI Exports to China
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UAE Aids in the Transfer of 300 Prisoners Between Russia and Ukraine.
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EU Reveals Significant Advances on Special Tribunal for Prosecuting Vladimir Putin
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