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Pope Francis' Call for Ukraine Talks Seen as Message to Europe by Russia

Russia perceives Pope Francis' recent call for talks with Moscow to end the conflict in Ukraine as a subtle message directed towards Ukraine's Western allies, urging them to relinquish their aspirations to defeat Russia and acknowledge the West's role in the Ukrainian war, according to Italy's ANSA news agency.

Hungary's President Resigns Amidst Sex Abuse Pardon Backlash

Hungary's political landscape is rocked as President Katalin Novak steps down amidst mounting criticism for her decision to pardon a man convicted in a child sexual abuse case. The move follows intense pressure from both the public and opposition parties, culminating in a wave of protests demanding her resignation.

Vatican unveils plans for restoring Bernini's canopy in St. Peter's Basilica

Vatican has unveiled plans for a yearlong restoration of the monumental baldacchino, or canopy, over the main altar of St. Peter's Basilica, pledging to complete the work on Bernini's masterpiece before Pope Francis' big 2025 Jubilee.

The price tag? About 700,000 euros ($770,000).

Israel 'intensifying' Gaza strikes as Netanyahu says no peace until Hamas destroyed

Israel on Monday said it was "intensifying the fighting" against Hamas in Gaza, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has insisted peace can only be achieved in Gaza if Hamas is destroyed, the territory demilitarised and Palestinian society "deradicalised", after warning the war is set to intensify.

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