Pope Francis
Vatican Shifts Tone on Ukraine Conflict: Demands End of Russian Aggression
The Vatican has undergone a notable shift in its approach towards the ongoing war in Ukraine, signaling a firmer stance against Russia's aggression.
Russian TV Host Criticizes Pope's Call for Negotiations: "Who Is He To Interfere?"
In a recent episode of his program on state television "Rossiya 1", Vladimir Solovyov, Russia's most prominent presenter, sparked controversy by questioning Pope Francis' call for negotiations in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.
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.
Zelensky Dismisses Pope's Call for Negotiations with Russia as 'Virtual Mediation'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has rebuffed Pope Francis' recent call for talks with Russia, dismissing it as "virtual mediation" from afar.
Kiev slams Pope's 'white flag' call, vows no surrender to Russia
Ukraine on Sunday angrily rejected Pope Francis's call to negotiate with Russia two years into its invasion, vowing "never" to surrender after the pontiff said Kiev should "have the courage to raise the white flag".
Pope Francis Urges Ukraine to "Wave the White Flag": Pursue Peace Talks with Russia Now
Pope Francis has called on Ukraine to embrace negotiations with Russia to end the devastating war that has claimed tens of thousands of lives over the past two years.
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.
Armed attack on Santa Maria Church in Istanbul kills one person
Armed assailants have carried out an attack on an Italian church in Istanbul's Sarıyer district during Sunday mass, claiming the life of one person, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya has announced.
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.