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Cardinal Parolin: 'We need an inclusive approach to peace'
In a wide-ranging interview with Italian newspaper L’Eco di Bergamo the Vatican Secretary of State reiterates the urgent need for a multilateral ‘diplomacy of hope’ and for “courage” to negotiate peace.
Ivan Marchuk: Art as a call to compassion
“Epic Reality” is the title of an exhibition by renowned Ukrainian artist, Ivan Marchuk. It is showing in Rome until February 24, the date that marks the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Hamas releases three Israeli hostages
Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion to become national day of prayer
On February 24, Ukraine will hold a national day of prayer, marking the third anniversary of the full-scale Russian invasion. Oleksandr Yazlovetskiy, the Auxiliary Bishop of Kyiv- Žitomir, tells Vatican News that the day will be “an expression of gratitude to God for saving our country from Russian occupation, and an invocation that the Lord may grant a speedy and just peace.”
Pope Francis spends ‘restful night’ at Gemelli Hospital
The director of the Holy See Press Office updates reporters on Pope Francis’ health following his admittance to hospital on Friday.
AI and ethics: No advancement can ever justify a human rights violation
Following the Paris AI Action Summit, the Australian Embassy to the Holy See holds a panel discussion to address the ethical and human rights challenges in harnessing AI.
Pope appoints Sr Petrini as President of Pontifical Commission and Governorate of Vatican City State
Sister Raffaella Petrini, F.S.E., is the new President of the Pontifical Commission for Vatican City State and President of the Governorate of Vatican City State.
AMECEA calls for financial reforms in debt cancellation campaign
The Bishops of Eastern Africa have appealed for negotiations towards debt cancellation to lighten the repayment burden for developing countries in Africa, as he calls the people of God to embrace the spirit of the Jubilee.
Hope amid the rubble: Reflections on three decades serving the Church in need
The ex-director of Aid to the Church in Need UK describes the stories of hope he encountered across three decades of service to persecuted Christians worldwide.
News from the Orient – February 14, 2025
In this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: Iraqi sisters in Mosul get a restored convent, Armenians celebrate Trndez, and Ethiopian Catholics get a new bishop of Hawassa.
Children subjected to rape as fighting in DRC displaces over 350,000
The UNHCR warns that the deteriorating situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has displaced over 350,000 people. Meanwhile UNICEF says children, as young as 12, are being raped and recruited to fight.
German Churches urge voters to take responsibility for democracy
With less than two weeks to go for the federal elections in Germany, Churches emphasize that the country must stand firm in its democratic commitments, protect its most vulnerable, and contribute to a more just and sustainable world.
World Radio Day: Catholic Radio Waumini promotes hope, peace, and climate awareness in Kenya
World Radio Day, celebrated annually on 13 February, underscores radio's unique power as a communication medium. This year's theme highlighted radio's role in raising awareness and disseminating information about climate-related issues.
Jubilee Audience cancelled as Pope Francis is treated for bronchitis in hospital
Due to the hospitalization of Pope Francis, scheduled events for the Jubilee of Artists have been adjusted.
Pope prays for victims of bus crash in Guatemala
After a bus falls from a bridge in Guatemala, leaving at least 55 dead, Pope Francis prays for those who have died, and for the swift recovery of those injured.
Jubilee: From prison to peacemaker – A life transformed by restorative justice
Catholic Mobilizing Network, the leading Catholic anti-death penalty advocacy organization in the United States, shares the story of Felix Rosado, whose life was transformed by restorative justice.
Holy See promotes family formation to advance social unity
The Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations has emphasized that solidarity, inclusion, and social cohesion for the integral human development of every person can be realized through a strengthened family formation.
Pope receives Slovakian Prime Minister
On Friday morning, Pope Francis welcomed the Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fico, to the Vatican.
Hundreds of rabbis protest "ethnic cleansing" plan for Gaza
Jewish leaders and activists in the United States condemn President Trump's proposal to "take over" and redevelop Gaza, saying this would amount to the ethical cleansing of millions of Palestinians.
Pope Francis to be admitted to Gemelli Hospital for bronchitis treatment
Pope Francis is set to be admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital to receive medical treatment for his bout of bronchitis and diagnostic tests.