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North Korea fires missiles into sea
North Korea fired several suspected short-range ballistic missiles into the sea on Tuesday.
Cardinal Fernández opens DDF plenary with call to ‘intellectual humility’
Cardinal Prefect Victor Fernández opens the plenary assembly of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, and calls for care and intellectual humility when pronouncing on delicate theological issues.
Cardinal Parolin in Denmark: Church's credibility is not from power, but witness
Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State, presided over Mass at the Cathedral of Copenhagen as the Papal Legate for the celebrations marking the 12th centenary of the start of Saint Ansgar’s mission in Denmark, and recalled the relevance of the Benedictine monk in a world wounded by new forms of slavery and marked by exclusion and indifference.
UN High Commissioner for Refugees: Church important partner in helping refugees
Barham Salih, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, tells Vatican News about his meeting with Pope Leo XIV and the challenges the organization faces in assisting refugees across the globe.
Cardinal Tagle celebrates 80th anniversary of Hong Kong diocese
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle marks 80 years since the establishment of the Diocese of Hong Kong and encourages the more than 400,000 Catholics to “bring hope to society” and become “courageous witnesses of the Lord”.
Aid convoy arrives in of Ain al-Arab amid humanitarian concern
A United Nations convoy carrying aid arrives in the Kurdish-majority town of Ain al-Arab in northern Syria as a ceasefire between the Syrian army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces continues to hold.
Restoration of Bethlehem’s Grotto of the Nativity 'a sign of hope and unity'
The Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem and the Custody of the Holy Land announce that works are set to begin to restore the “cradle” of Christianity—the place where Jesus was born—in Bethlehem.
Pope to Roman Rota: Justice and charity find harmony in mystery of God
Pope Leo XIV meets officials of the Tribunal of Roman Rota for the inauguration of their judicial year, and urges them to safeguard the truth with rigor but without rigidity and to exercise charity without omission.
Zayed Award names Palestinian organization Taawon as third honoree
The Zayed Award for Human Fraternity has named the Palestinian organization Taawon as the third honoree of its seventh edition, recognizing the non-profit for its decades-long humanitarian and development work across the region.
Athletica Vaticana to bring Olympic Cross to Milan for Winter Games
On January 29, Athletica Vaticana will deliver the Olympic and Paralympic Cross at a Mass at the Basilica of San Babila, which will serve as the “Church of Athletes” throughout the Winter Games.
US Bishops urge respect for human life after Minneapolis killings
In the wake of two recent killings by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, US Bishops call for restraint, peace, and respect for every human life.
Pope at Ecumenical Vespers: We are one, let's make it visible
On the feast of the Conversion of St Paul, which marks the close of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Pope Leo invites Christians to continue on their shared mission of spreading the Gospel to all.
Ukraine: Peace talks end without deal as Russian strikes hit during winter cold
Officials say Ukraine and Russia ended U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi without a deal, though more negotiations are expected next weekend despite ongoing attacks.
Ecumenism at Bossey is not only taught in the classroom. It Is lived, says Rev. Dlamini
Republic of South Africa Methodist Church of Southern Africa minister, Reverend Ntobeko Dlamini, has commended the ecumenical efforts demonstrated by various Christian denominations during the week just ending. Christians around the world have been commemorating the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. This is an annual, worldwide Christian tradition observed from 18 January to 25 January.
Pope marks Sunday of the Word of God, Leprosy Day, Christian Unity
During the Angelus, Pope Leo XIV highlights the observance of Sunday of the Word of God, thanks those who care for those affected by leprosy, and reminds Christians of the conclusion of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
Pope Leo appeals for peace in Ukraine and in all war-torn regions
During his Angelus address, Pope Leo XIV urges intensifying efforts to end the war in Ukraine and reiterates his appeal for prayers for peace in the nation and in other regions affected by conflict.
Pope at Angelus: Trust God’s timing, bring the Gospel everywhere
At the Angelus, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry, urging Christians not to be paralysed by fear or unfavourable circumstances, but to trust in God’s timing. He also calls on the faithful to proclaim the Gospel in every human setting, as a force for fraternity and peace.
Pope Leo: None of the baptised are exempt from mission
In his message for the 100th World Mission Day, Pope Leo XIV writes that the Church’s identity is to be a community in mission, “at the service of fraternity among all human beings and harmony with all creation.”
UN rights chief on migrants in US: Where is concern for their dignity?
After the number of people detained by the U.S.’ immigration enforcement agency hits record high, U.N. High Commissioner Volker Türk says "demonizing migrants and refugees collectively as criminals, threats, or burdens on society – based on their origin, nationality or migration status – inhuman, wrong".
Ukrainians freezing in the dark as Russia targets power grid
The constant strikes on the energy distribution network have caused operational damage far worse than expected, leaving thousands of households without heating or electricity.
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