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Pope Leo meets with the President of Croatia, Zoran Milanović
Croatian President Zoran Milanović was received this morning at the Vatican's Apostolic Palace. During talks at the Secretariat of State, discussions focused on various international and regional issues, with particular attention to the Western Balkans region and regional cooperation.
ACN President: Peace and religious freedom are linked
Speaking with Vatican News, Regina Lynch—Executive President of the international organization Aid to the Church in Need (ACN International)—reflects on the Christians in Pakistan who embrace their suffering by saying they are nothing compared to the suffering of Christ; as well as the more than 5,500 aid projects run by her organization, and Pope Leo XIV’s words that resonate even with people of other faiths.
Pope to young people: in the social media age, do not live your faith in isolation
Pope Leo XIV speaks extemporaneously, in English, with members of the International Youth Advisory Body. In prepared remarks consigned to the young people. the Holy Father encouraged them to focus on synodality, mission, and participation, in order to counter isolation and help the Church reach out to those in need.
Pope: Universities called to become ‘journeys of the mind to God'
In a meeting with members of the Organization of Catholic Universities of Latin America and the Caribbean, Pope Leo says “the proposal of Catholic higher education is none other than to seek the integral development of the human person.”
News from the Orient - October 30, 2025
In this week’s news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: Mar Awa III visits China, a baby is baptised in Gaza, and Armenian nuns open a new home for young girls.
USCCB president calls for prayers and aid for those affected by Hurricane Melissa
Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio issues a statement calls for prayers and actions to support those impacted by the Category 5 hurricane. He urges all people of good will to "stand in solidarity by supporting the efforts of organizations already on the ground such as Caritas Haiti, Caritas Cuba, and Caritas Antilles, as well as Catholic Relief Services".
Brazil, death toll rises to at least 130 people in Rio de Janeiro raid
The Archbishop of Rio de Janeiro, Cardinal Orani Tempesta, calls for peace, solidarity, and the protection of human life, after the city is shaken by a large-scale police operation against drug gangs.
Pope receives Fijian President in audience
Ratu Naiqama Tawakecolati Lalabalavu, President of Fiji, meets with Pope Leo and Vatican diplomats for talks on the socio-political situation of his country, with particular focus on environmental protection and the fight against transnational crimes.
Pope to students: Do not let technology use you
Pope Leo challenges students participating in the Jubilee of the World of Education to work for a better society through education, which is “one of the most beautiful and powerful tools for changing the world.”
Pope Leo XIV meets with the President of Gabon
Pope Leo XIV meets with the President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, in the Vatican on Thursday.
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 100 Palestinians in Gaza
At least 100 Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip from late Tuesday to Wednesday.
SACRU Network participates in the Jubilee of the World of Education
From 27 to 31 October, SACRU will participate in the Jubilee of the World of Education through the Autumn School study days, titled “The Freedom of Scientific Research”. During this period, the Alliance will be presented to diplomatic representatives to the Holy See and the delegation will attend the general audience of Pope Leo XIV.
Hurricane Melissa brings floods to Cuba after devastating Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa has ravaged Jamaica and is now gradually weakening, after making landfall in Cuba. It`s been one of the most powerful Atlantic Storms on record.
U.S. Bishops: Gov. shutdown ‘catastrophic’ for those in need
Archbishop Timothy Broglio issues a plea to end the government shutdown as it puts the burden “heavily on the poor and vulnerable of our nation, who are the least able to move forward.”
Pope Leo prays for victims of Hurricane Melissa
At the end of the general audience on Wednesday, Pope Leo expresses his closeness to those affected by Hurricane Melissa, a storm of ‘catastrophic power’, and encourages civil authorities to ‘do everything possible’ to support those affected.
Pope at Audience: “the Church does not tolerate anti-Semitism"
During his catechesis as part of the Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV highlights the importance of Jewish-Catholic relations and of not allowing politics to affect them and underlines how religions can work together to build a better world.
Pope Leo: The message of 'Nostra aetate' remains as urgent as ever
Pope Leo XIV presides at “Walking Together in Hope,” a celebration of 60 years of “Nostra aetate”, the Second Vatican Council’s Declaration on Interreligious Dialogue.
A milestone of dialogue: Sixty years of 'Nostra aetate'
Signed on 28 October 1965 by Pope St Paul VI, the conciliar declaration "Nostra aetate" set the foundations for a culture of encounter and dialogue in the name of peace for all peoples.
Religious leaders gathered in Rome: War is 'a failure of humanity'
Representatives of different faiths gather with Pope Leo XIV at the Colosseum or the closing of the Community of St. Egidio's International Meeting 'Dare Peace' and launch joint appeal urging that no one remain indifferent before the suffering of 'millions of children, elderly people, women and men” who endure conflict and violence.'
Pope Leo XIV: ‘Peace is holy, not war’
Pope Leo XIV joins religious leaders at Rome’s Colosseum for the Community of Sant'Egidio's annual Meeting for Peace, calling for an end to war and a renewed commitment to reconciliation and prayer.
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