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British intelligence prevents assassination attempt on Pope Francis in Iraq
Pope says he escaped double assassination attempt during visit to Iraq 2021
Pope's calls for “fraternal peoples”: Center for Strategic Communications responds
Pope Francis calls Ukrainians and Russians “brothers” and urges them to find common ground
Madonna in the center of a scandal: provocative photos with the “Pope” explode social media
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Pope's summit: women should play more roles in the church, but without ordination
“He loved us": Pope publishes fourth encyclical
Kravchenko gives up valuable painting due to anti-corruption legislation
Pope Francis cuts salaries for cardinals - media
3767 Ukrainians have been returned from Russian captivity: Zelensky tells what people had to go through
Epiphany meets with Sibiga: discusses support for believers abroad and attempts to destabilize the religious situation in Ukraine
Lavrov meets with pope's envoy for peace in Ukraine in Moscow
Pope's envoy for peace in Ukraine arrives in Moscow for talks
Zelensky handed over to the Vatican a list of Ukrainian journalists held captive in Russia
World oil prices rise due to the risk of conflict between Iran and Israel
Zelenskyy at the meeting with Pope Francis: more than 400 women in Russian captivity, and at least 1700 civilians in total
Zelensky discusses return of captured Ukrainians with Pope
Zelensky presents Pope Francis with a painting of the massacre in Bucha
Zelensky arrives at Vatican to meet with Pope Francis
Gulf states urge US to deter Israel from attacking Iranian oil facilities - Reuters
Pope Francis assures UGCC head that he “will not let the world forget about Ukraine”
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Pope Francis to meet with Zelensky at the end of the week
Pope Francis calls to renounce revenge and end war in the Middle East
British intelligence prevents assassination attempt on Pope Francis in Iraq
During Pope Francis' visit to Iraq in 2021, British intelligence prevented a terrorist attack. Suicide bombers, including a woman with explosives, were planning an attack in Mosul.
Pope says he escaped double assassination attempt during visit to Iraq 2021
In his new autobiography, Pope Francis spoke about an attempted terrorist attack against him in Iraq in 2021. British intelligence warned of suicide bombers, who were later neutralized by the Iraqi police.
Pope's calls for “fraternal peoples”: Center for Strategic Communications responds
The Center for Strategic Communications responded to the Pope's words about “understanding” between Ukrainians and Russians. The Center emphasized that the rhetoric about “brotherly peoples” is dangerous and plays into the Kremlin's narratives.
Pope Francis calls Ukrainians and Russians “brothers” and urges them to find common ground
During his visit to Corsica, Pope Francis prayed for peace, calling Ukrainians and Russians brothers. The pontiff called for mutual understanding between the nations, emphasizing that war is always a defeat.
Madonna in the center of a scandal: provocative photos with the “Pope” explode social media
The singer posted on Instagram a photo created with the help of AI, where “Pope Francis” hugs her by the waist.
Biden is urged to commute death sentences for prisoners before Trump's presidency
Religious and human rights organizations are calling on Joe Biden to use the right to commute death sentences before Trump's presidency. The pressure intensified after Biden pardoned his son Hunter.
Pope calls for an agreement on a cease-fire on all fronts before Christmas
The pope called on the international community to reach a ceasefire on all fronts by Christmas. The pontiff prayed for peace in Ukraine, the Middle East and other conflict regions.
Zelenskyy: At least 6 mayors and heads of communities in Russian captivity
At least 6 mayors and heads of communities are in Russian captivity, one of them, Yevhen Matveev, was killed. In total, more than 1700 Ukrainian civilians are held captive by Russia, including more than 400 women.
Blinken goes to Italy for G7 meeting: what will world leaders discuss?
U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken will visit Italy on November 23-27 to participate in the G7 ministerial meeting. He will also meet with Pope Francis at the Vatican to discuss international issues.
The Pope has announced the date of the canonization of Carlo Acutis: April 27 at the Vatican
Pope Francis has announced the date of Carlo Acutis' canonization - April 27, 2025. The teenager, who died of leukemia in 2006, became famous for creating religious websites and popularizing Catholic miracles.
Zelenska meets with the Pope: they talked about the release of prisoners and the return of deported children
Olena Zelenska and Yulia Svyrydenko had an audience with Pope Francis in the Vatican. They discussed the release of prisoners, the return of deported children, and handed over a gift - a St. Nicholas plate.
Pope's summit: women should play more roles in the church, but without ordination
The Vatican synod voted to expand the role of women in church leadership, but without the right to be ordained as priests. Out of 368 delegates, almost 60 were women, and all 151 proposals were supported.
“He loved us": Pope publishes fourth encyclical
Pope Francis has published his fourth encyclical, Dilexit Nos, on the human and divine love of the Heart of Jesus Christ. The 40-page document is written in Spanish and addresses the theme of the heart as a symbol of Christ's love.
Kravchenko gives up valuable painting due to anti-corruption legislation
Ruslan Kravchenko, the head of the Kyiv RMA, refused a painting that artist Volodymyr Kozyuk wanted to give him, citing anti-corruption legislation. The painting will be auctioned to raise funds for the Kyiv Regional Children's Hospital.
Pope Francis cuts salaries for cardinals - media
Pope Francis has announced that the salaries of cardinals in the Vatican will be cut starting November 1. The decision is aimed at curbing the budget deficit and demonstrating a “spirit of service and substance.
3767 Ukrainians have been returned from Russian captivity: Zelensky tells what people had to go through
The President of Ukraine announced the return of 3767 citizens from Russian captivity. Zelenskyy emphasized the need to release all prisoners and counts on the help of the Vatican and partners.
Epiphany meets with Sibiga: discusses support for believers abroad and attempts to destabilize the religious situation in Ukraine
OCU Primate Epifaniy met with the Ukrainian Foreign Minister. They discussed spiritual independence, support for believers abroad, and countering Russia's attempts to destabilize the religious situation in Ukraine.
Lavrov meets with pope's envoy for peace in Ukraine in Moscow
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov met with Cardinal Zuppi, the Pope's envoy for peace in Ukraine. They discussed humanitarian cooperation and bilateral relations in the context of the conflict in Ukraine.
Pope's envoy for peace in Ukraine arrives in Moscow for talks
Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi has begun a visit to Moscow as part of a mission entrusted by Pope Francis. The goal is to promote the reunification of Ukrainian families, the exchange of prisoners and peace.
Zelensky handed over to the Vatican a list of Ukrainian journalists held captive in Russia
The President of Ukraine reacted to the death of journalist Viktoria Roshchyna in Russian captivity. Zelensky discussed the release of Ukrainian prisoners with the Pope and handed over a list of imprisoned journalists.
World oil prices rise due to the risk of conflict between Iran and Israel
World oil prices rose by 10% due to the risk of escalation between Israel and Iran. Experts predict further growth to $85-100 per barrel in the event of an Israeli attack on Iranian oil facilities.
Zelenskyy at the meeting with Pope Francis: more than 400 women in Russian captivity, and at least 1700 civilians in total
The President of Ukraine informs the Pope about 1,700 civilians in Russian captivity, including more than 400 women. Zelenskyy invites a Vatican representative to a conference on the return of Ukrainian prisoners in Canada.
Zelensky discusses return of captured Ukrainians with Pope
During a meeting with Pope Francis, President of Ukraine Zelenskyy discussed the return of captured and deported Ukrainians. The Head of State is counting on the Holy See's assistance in returning home those captured by Russia.
Zelensky presents Pope Francis with a painting of the massacre in Bucha
President Zelenskyy met with Pope Francis in the Vatican. He presented the pontiff with a painting depicting a little girl, Marichka, who symbolizes the victims of the massacre in Bucha.
Zelensky arrives at Vatican to meet with Pope Francis
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in the Vatican for talks with Pope Francis. This is Zelenskyy's second private audience in the Vatican after a meeting in May 2023.
Gulf states urge US to deter Israel from attacking Iranian oil facilities - Reuters
The Gulf states have called on the United States to stop a possible Israeli strike on Iranian oil facilities. Countries in the region refuse to provide airspace for Israeli attacks on Iran, fearing an escalation of the conflict.
Pope Francis assures UGCC head that he “will not let the world forget about Ukraine”
During his meeting with the head of the UGCC, Pope Francis assured of further support for Ukraine and the use of diplomatic mechanisms to end the war. He emphasized the need to help Ukraine before the winter.
Zelenskyy to meet with NATO Secretary General today - Reuters
Today, President Zelenskyy will meet with NATO Secretary General Rutte and British Prime Minister Starmer in London. The visit will take place despite the postponement of the meeting of the contact group on Ukraine's defense.
Pope Francis to meet with Zelensky at the end of the week
Pope Francis will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on October 11 in Rome. During the visit, Zelenskyy is also expected to hold talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Pope Francis calls to renounce revenge and end war in the Middle East
On the eve of the anniversary of the Hamas attacks, Pope Francis called on the international community to renounce revenge and end the war. He condemned the suffering in the Middle East and called for an immediate ceasefire.