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Pope Leo Criticizes Vatican and Seeks 'Christmas Break' War

Pope Leo criticises Vatican power struggles and urges a one-day global ceasefire, framing Christmas as a test of unity and peace.

International Business Times UK

Mystery of the ‘Vatican girl’ who vanished 42 years ago as new twist emerges in cold case

The disappearance of Emanuela Orlandi shot to international attention when it was linked to a host of conspiracy theories

The Independent UK

Pope offers gentle critique of Vatican culture in Christmas greeting reminiscent of past

Pope Leo XIV has urged Vatican cardinals to put their ambitions of power and personal interests aside and work instead on building communion

The Independent UK

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Pope Leo summons world's cardinals for a key assembly to help him govern the church

Pope Leo XIV has summoned the world’s cardinals for two days of meetings in January to help him govern the church, the Vatican said Saturday, in the clearest sign yet that the new year will signal the unofficial start of his pontificate

The Independent UK

Pope blasts 'irrationality' of military deterrence in first annual peace message

Pope Leo XIV says peace is not only possible but necessary

The Independent UK

Pope Leo XIV to Accept Cardinal Dolan's Resignation: New York Leadership Shift Begins

Pope Leo XIV is poised to accept Cardinal Timothy Dolan's resignation as Archbishop of New York, ushering in a significant leadership transition for one of the most prominent Catholic dioceses in the United States.

International Business Times UK

Vatican Christmas Display Draws Attention as Pope Praises Pro-Life Nativity Scene

Pope Leo XIV praised a pro-life Nativity scene featuring a pregnant Virgin Mary as the Vatican unveiled its Christmas display.

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Pope Leo Reviews Dolan Exit While Illinois Cleric Gains Ground for New York Post

Pope Leo weighs Cardinal Dolan's resignation as an Illinois bishop gains momentum to lead the Archdiocese of New York.

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Vatican unveils Nativity scene, lights Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square

The Vatican has unveiled its Nativity scene and lit the towering Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square

The Independent UK

Women who say they were tricked into servitude for Opus Dei to meet in Argentina

Pope said to have urged organisers to hold conference after 43 women alleged they were exploited as minors by Catholic group

The Guardian - UK

10 Photos of Conor McGregor's Wife: Dee Devlin's Decade of Loyalty Through Scandals and Success

Dee Devlin, wife of UFC star Conor McGregor, stood by him from Dublin roots to a secret Vatican wedding, balancing fame, family life, and recent scandals.

International Business Times UK

Pope Leo XIV Slams Trump's Plan: 'Unrealistic' to Seek Peace Deal Without Europe's Vital Role

Pope Leo XIV has stated that any lasting agreement must include European involvement warning that sidelining Europe risks destroying decades-long transatlantic ties and undermines security guarantees for the war-torn region.

International Business Times UK

Riveting images of faith and spirituality: 30 of AP's best religion photos of 2025

From a bird's-eye view high above St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, a stunning photograph shows the estimated 250,000 mourners who gathered for the funeral of Pope Francis. Another photo, taken at sunset from a beach in Uruguay, shows a solitary woman wading knee-deep into the ocean to pay homage…

The Independent UK

Pope Leo criticizes Trump for trying to ‘break apart’ US-European alliance

The pontiff insisted that Europe’s role was crucial to any deal

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Vatican returns controversial collection of Indigenous artefacts

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The Vatican is returning rare Indigenous artifacts after a century

This collection has long been controversial, central to wider debates over the restitution of cultural goods

The Conversation

Pope Leo XIV’s visits to Turkey and Lebanon were about religious diplomacy

On his visit to Turkey and Lebanon between Nov. 27 and Dec. 2, 2025, Pope Leo XIV met with political and religious leaders, celebrated Mass and visited historical sites.

The Guardian - UK

Ukraine and Europe will be ready to present ‘refined’ peace plan to US ‘in near future’, Zelenskyy says – as it happened

Zelenskyy stressed that Ukraine remained ‘committed to a real peace’ after US president hints he could walk away from Kyiv

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The Independent UK

Pope cancels Holy See fundraising commission announced under questionable circumstances

Pope Leo XIV has taken his biggest step yet to correct one of Pope Francis’ more problematic financial moves

The Independent UK

Vatican commission again says no to ordaining women as deacons, but urges other ministries

A second Vatican study commission has determined that women should not be ordained as deacons

International Business Times UK

Pope Leo XIV Visits Lebanon, Rebukes Queen Rania Over Safety Concerns

Pope Leo XIV arrives in Lebanon for a historic interfaith mission, uniting Christian and Muslim leaders in Beirut. The Pontiff is championing the 'divine gift of peace' and encouraging the nation's youth during this critical maiden voyage.

The Independent UK

Pope urges Christians to remain in Lebanon despite years of bloodshed

Christians have been emigrating for decades amid the conflict

The Independent UK

Pope Leo XIV to pray at Armenian cathedral in Istanbul during Turkish-Armenian reconciliation

Pope Leo XIV plans to pray at an Armenian Apostolic cathedral in Istanbul in a gesture supporting Christian unity and Christian minorities in Turkey

The Independent UK

Pope visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque at start of day of meetings with Turkey's religious leaders

Pope Leo XIV is visiting Istanbul’s Blue Mosque

The Independent UK

The Vatican has given Rosalía its blessing – are the days of finger-wagging pontiffs over?

STATE OF THE ARTS: The pop star’s experimental, religious new album has found an unlikely fan in the Vatican, writes Fiona Sturges. Could this signal a new era of papal-pop culture diplomacy?

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