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Pope Leo decries 'forced exile' of Gaza civilians

September 21, 2025 5:24 pm

Leo's role in advocating for peace in Gaza has become starker since Israel struck the territory's only Catholic church in July.

‘We’re in big trouble’: Pope Leo concerned by Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar proposed paycheck

September 15, 2025 9:43 pm

Pope Leo also commented on the United Nations, saying it was struggling to serve its intended purpose.

Pope Leo XIV turns 70 and thanks God, his parents and all those who prayed for him

September 14, 2025 5:54 pm

Many people in the square knew it was Leo's birthday and wished him well, especially given the weight of responsibility he had taken on to run the Catholic Church.

Pope Leo says Israel’s attack in Doha 'very serious situation’, UN chief condemns ‘flagrant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty’

Pope Leo says Israel’s attack in Doha 'very serious’, UN chief condemns ‘violation of Qatar’s sovereignty’

September 09, 2025 9:55 pm

On Tuesday, the Israeli airstrike targeted the top leadership of Hamas as they were meeting to discuss a new ceasefire deal put forward by the US.

Carlo Acutis becomes Catholic Church’s first saint of the millennial generation

September 07, 2025 10:39 pm

Pope Francis approved Carlo Acutis' canonisation earlier this year, but the ceremony was delayed after the pope’s death in April.

Madonna urges pope to visit Gaza 'before it's too late'

August 12, 2025 7:38 pm

Aid workers and doctors have said that after months of Israeli blockade and turmoil in the distribution of supplies, children in Gaza with no previous conditions are starting to die from malnutrition.

Pope Leo XIV urges over 1 million Catholic young people to spread faith and enthusiasm

August 03, 2025 2:05 pm

“Aspire to great things, to holiness, wherever you are,’’ Leo said.

Pope Leo XIV marks 56th anniversary of moon landing with observatory visit, call to Buzz Aldrin

July 21, 2025 7:33 am

The pontiff was accompanied by astronomers and students participating in the traditional summer school organized by the observatory.

Pope Leo calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza after church strike kills 3

July 20, 2025 8:58 pm

The strike on the Holy Family Church in Gaza City took place on Thursday. Reuters reported that photos from the scene showed damage to the roof near the main cross, with blackened stone walls and shattered windows.

Pope Leo brings back summer vacation tradition with return to Castel Gandolfo

July 06, 2025 1:05 pm

The newly elected pontiff revives a long-standing papal tradition paused under Francis, as Castel Gandolfo prepares to welcome a pope for the first time in over a decade.

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In Pictures: Thousands in attendance for his inauguration, Pope Leo XIV urges global unity

May 18, 2025 9:22 pm

Pope Leo XIV's historic inauguration Mass emphasises unity, peace, and faith, as he met with world leaders, including US V-P JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and called for an end to conflict and marginalisation of the poor.