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Colombia: Suspect held in attack on presidential candidate
Authorities in Colombia confirm that they have arrested a person they claim is the main conspirator in the assassination attempt on a Presidential Candidate, who remains in critical condition in hospital after being shot twice in the head at a political rally.
Pope Leo: We are praying for victims of Texas floods
Following the Angelus on Sunday, Pope Leo expresses “sincere condolences” to all those who lost loved ones in devastating flash floods in Texas.
Pope Leo receives two electric vehicles for his future Apostolic Journeys
Pope Leo XIV receives two custom-built electric vehicles designed for easy air transport and sustainable mobility for his Apostolic Journeys
Pope at Angelus: Be a labourer in the field of mission
During his Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo reflects on the universal call to mission, urging Christians to move beyond occasional faith and become committed witnesses in daily life.
Pope thanks L'Osservatore di Strada: You make the voices of the voiceless heard
On the third anniversary of L’Osservatore Romano’s monthly magazine “L'Osservatore di Strada”, Leo XIV sends a message of gratitude for the work done by the publication, where “the least among us become protagonists”.
Search continues in Texas for missing children after flash floods
A rescue operation is underway and racing against time in Texas after the flash flooding of the Guadalupe River, which caused at least 34 deaths and many still missing, including over 20 girls who were attending a Christian summer camp in the area.
Hamas ‘positive’ toward new peace plan, reports suggest
Hamas says it has delivered a “positive response” to mediators regarding a U.S.-backed proposal for a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza.
Pope to Augustinian sisters: Culture without truth becomes a tool of the powerful
Pope Leo XIV encourages the Augustinian Sisters Servants of Jesus and Mary, to be patient during difficulties, brave in their educational mission, and to persevere in following Christ.
Pope names French bishop Thibault Verny as new president of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors
Pope Leo appoints Thibault Verny, Archbishop of Chambéry and Bishop of Maurienne and Tarentaise to succeed Cardinal Seán Patrick O’Malley as the president of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors. In France, Archbishop Verny was responsible for the fight against child abuse within the Episcopal Conference.
Pope to Northern European pilgrims: We are all pilgrims and we are always pilgrims
Pope Leo XIV welcomes young people and teachers from Northern Europe, urging them to listen to God’s call and continue their journey of discipleship.
Pope Leo dialogues with children: "Build bridges from an early age"
Pope Leo has a dialogue with children participating in the Vatican's summer camp who gathered with him yesterday in the Paul VI Hall. With them also a group of around 300 young students from Ukraine, hosted in Italy by Caritas for the summer.
The Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See
APSA - The Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See - is the body responsible for the administration of goods and financial management of the patrimony of the Holy See. It does so in the spirit of maximum transparency, as called for in the reform initiated by Pope Francis in 2014.
The Dicastery for Evangelization
"Praedicate Evangelium", promulgated by Pope Francis in 2022, outlines the mandate and tasks of each Dicastery.
Rising hunger and poverty impacting families in the West Bank
Hunger, poverty, and uncertainty are increasing across the West Bank. A new report reveals that 74% of families now live below the minimum standard of living, with the most affected being children.
‘Holy Father, we’re sinking’: Archbishop of the Pacific meets with Pope Leo
Archbishop Ryan Jimenez of Agaña, Guam, speaks to Vatican News about his recent meeting with Pope Leo XIV and the struggles and joys of life in the Pacific.
The Office of the Auditor General
The mission of this Office, that came out of the economic and administrative reforms initiated by Pope Francis, is to contribute to the proper and transparent management of the Holy See’s assets. It is responsible for auditing the consolidated financial statements of the Holy See and those of the Governorate of Vatican City State.
US Bishops express deep concern over final passage of Budget Bill
Following the passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" by the U.S. Congress, the President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops expresses serious concerns about its impact on the poor and vulnerable.
Pope Leo prays for those affected by accidental explosion in Rome
Pope Leo XIV offers his prayers for his diocese following an explosion at a petrol station in Rome, which injured over 20 people, including several emergency responders.
Pope Leo meets with Prime Minister of Montenegro
Pope Leo XIV receives Milojko Spajić, the Prime Minister of Montenegro, in an audience at the Vatican on Friday.
Various religions meet in Tokyo to reject war and promote dialogue
Religious representatives from all over the world meet in Tokyo, Japan, for a roundtable on peace organized by the coalition Religions for Peace International, discussing ways to build trust among religious leaders and work with political leaders on humanitarian responses.