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Pope Francis leaves Rome for the first time in more than half a year: visits women's prison and exhibition in Venice

Pope Francis made his first trip outside of Rome in 7 months, visiting Venice for a day, where he raised issues such as the war in Ukraine, called for negotiated peace and encouraged young people to help others.

Politics • April 29, 02:17 AM • 100807 views

Pope calls to pray for war-torn Ukraine and peace in the Middle East

Pope Francis urged pilgrims to pray for peace in war-torn Ukraine and the Middle East, deploring the deaths of young soldiers and the suffering caused by the conflicts.

Society • April 24, 02:46 PM • 16827 views

Russia refuses to exchange captured Catholics and Muslims - Lubinets

Ukraine offered Russia to exchange prisoners of war who profess Islam and are Catholics in a ratio of 1 to 4 with the return of more Russian prisoners, but Russia refused this offer even after the Pope's call for a prisoner exchange.

War • April 9, 01:15 PM • 23016 views

Pope Francis honors the memory of a soldier killed near Avdiivka and calls to pray for those killed in the madness of war in Ukraine

Pope Francis honors memory of Ukrainian soldier killed near Avdiivka and calls to pray for those killed in the madness of war in Ukraine.

Society • April 3, 12:51 PM • 24067 views

Charles III made his first public appearance since his cancer diagnosis, attending an Easter service

King Charles III made his first public appearance since being diagnosed with cancer, attending an Easter service at St. George's Chapel in Windsor, smiling and waving to well-wishers.

Culture • March 31, 05:02 PM • 56679 views

Pope Francis mentions Ukraine in his Easter address and calls for hostage exchange

Pope Francis called for an end to wars, including in Ukraine, and expressed hope for a general exchange of all prisoners between Russia and Ukraine.

War • March 31, 11:48 AM • 41447 views

Pope Francis skips Good Friday procession to protect his health

Pope Francis skipped the traditional Good Friday procession in Rome's Colosseum due to health problems and watched the event from home.

News of the World • March 30, 12:47 PM • 30301 views

"The shelling of infrastructure carries the risk of an even greater humanitarian catastrophe": Pope urges not to forget Ukraine in prayers

Pope Francis called to keep suffering Ukraine in our prayers amid intense hostile shelling of infrastructure, causing power outages and the risk of an even greater humanitarian catastrophe.

Society • March 25, 07:55 AM • 36423 views

Pope reiterates the need to make "every effort" to end the war in Ukraine

Pope Francis reiterated the need to make "every effort" to mediate and negotiate to end the "bloody conflicts" in Ukraine and Gaza.

War • March 20, 11:10 AM • 23467 views

Ambassador of Ukraine: Pope's visit would be an signal to the world, but we cannot accept the symbol of a "white flag"

Ukraine's ambassador to the Vatican says that Pope Francis' visit to Ukraine will be an important signal to the world, but Ukraine cannot accept the symbol of a "white flag.

War • March 15, 11:07 AM • 26698 views

Pope Francis calls for prayer against war and reiterates talks

Pope Francis condemned all wars and called for a common prayer against the madness of war, without directly commenting on his previous controversial statement that Ukraine should raise a "white flag" for negotiations with the aggressor.

War • March 13, 01:51 PM • 52573 views

"Ukraine, wounded but not defeated, will never surrender": UGCC Head comments on Pope's statement on "white flag"

The head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Patriarch Sviatoslav, conveyed a message of resilience and determination of Ukraine to never give up or kneel, despite the wounds and exhaustion of Russian aggression, spreading hope for victory around the world from New York.

War • March 12, 03:50 PM • 31119 views

Vatican: The first condition for negotiations on ending the war is the cessation of Russian aggression

The Vatican clarified that Russia must first stop its aggression in Ukraine as a condition for negotiations to end the war, emphasizing that stopping aggression is the responsibility of the aggressor, not the victim.

War • March 12, 08:56 AM • 27526 views

For Putin, a truce would be a way to catch his breath - Zelensky on Pope's proposal

For Putin, a truce would be a way to catch his breath and restore the combat capability of his army, not real negotiations, Zelensky said, commenting on the Pope's proposal for talks.

War • March 12, 07:45 AM • 65886 views

Prime Minister of Sweden: Europe must convince the US to focus on Russia's war against Ukraine

Swedish Prime Minister Kristersson calls on Europe to persuade the United States to focus on Russia's war against Ukraine by increasing its own defense capabilities and aligning them with America's strategic interests, including the Chinese challenge.

War • March 11, 10:03 PM • 106547 views

Kyiv is disappointed with the Pope's words about the "white flag": Foreign Ministry summons Vatican representative to Ukraine

Ukraine expressed its disappointment with Pope Francis' statement on the demonstration of the "white flag" and negotiations with Russia, the aggressor, emphasizing the need for a just peace based on the principles of the UN and the Ukrainian Peace Formula.

War • March 11, 06:03 PM • 28459 views

Scholz rejects Pope's words on "white flag"

German Chancellor Scholz rejects Pope Francis' proposal for a "white flag" in the war in Ukraine, arguing that Ukraine is defending itself against Russian aggression with international support.

War • March 11, 12:29 PM • 47812 views

The Permanent Synod of the UGCC issued a statement after Pope Francis' words about the "white flag"

The Permanent Synod of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church has issued a statement rejecting Pope Francis' proposal to raise the white flag and negotiate with Russia, emphasizing that surrender means death for Ukrainians in view of Russia's genocidal intentions to destroy Ukrainian identity.

War • March 11, 10:00 AM • 45760 views

"I really wonder what he was thinking": German Foreign Minister responds to Pope Francis' statement

German Foreign Minister Annalena Burbock expressed her misunderstanding of Pope Francis' call.

War • March 11, 09:59 AM • 33420 views

Kuleba replied to the Pope: Our flag is blue and yellow, and we will not raise other flags

Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba responded to Pope Francis' proposal to hold talks between Ukraine and russia under a "white flag," emphasizing that Ukrainians live, die and win under their blue and yellow flag, and urged the Pope not to repeat historical mistakes.

War • March 10, 04:14 PM • 117178 views

After the "white flag" statements: Polish Foreign Minister suggests that the Pope ask putin to withdraw troops from Ukraine

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski suggested that in order to balance the situation, the Pope could call on russia to withdraw its troops from Ukraine, which would bring immediate peace without the need for negotiations.

War • March 10, 11:54 AM • 105835 views

"You can't capitulate to evil": President of Latvia responds to Pope's statement on a "white flag" for Ukraine

Latvian President Edgards Rinkēvičs criticized Pope Francis' statement inviting Ukraine to negotiate with Russia, saying that "one cannot capitulate in the face of evil.

War • March 10, 09:26 AM • 42019 views

Vatican comments on Pope's statement on white flag

Pope Francis calls for talks between Ukraine and Russia to end the war, using the "white flag" as a symbol of a cessation of hostilities and a truce through diplomatic efforts toward a just and lasting peace.

Politics • March 10, 09:20 AM • 38903 views

Pope calls on Ukraine to raise the white flag and negotiate with Russia

Pope Francis calls on Ukraine to raise a white flag and negotiate with Russia to end the war, suggesting talks mediated by other countries such as Turkey, despite potentially legitimizing Russian aggression.

War • March 9, 06:48 PM • 46955 views

Russia intercepts conversations of German military officers: leak may be just the tip of the iceberg

Experts say that Russia may have intercepted more conversations between German officers and officials and may have leaked them to influence public opinion in Germany and split Western allies over support for Ukraine.

War • March 5, 07:58 AM • 54142 views

Pope Francis to be examined in hospital in Rome due to flu - media

Pope Francis was taken to a hospital in Rome for examination in connection with the flu.

News of the World • February 28, 11:29 AM • 26745 views

February 4: Day of rejection of unnecessary relationships, Neanderthal Day

The Day of Rejection of Unnecessary Relationships is not only about breaking up with the person you thought you loved, but also about starting a new stage in life where self-respect and happiness are a priority.

UNN Lite • February 4, 04:09 AM • 28730 views

Pope Francis reiterates call to pray for peace in Ukraine

Pope Francis called for prayers for peace in Ukraine and other conflict zones during a meeting with pilgrims at the Vatican on Sunday. He also expressed concern about the situation in the Gaza Strip and the fate of migrants trying to cross the dangerous Darien jungle between Colombia and Panama.

War • January 29, 03:37 AM • 33908 views

Pope Francis celebrates 87th birthday

Pope Francis spent his 87th birthday with children and families at St. Martha's Hospital in the Vatican, sharing a cake with them and encouraging them to make Christmas preparations.

Society • December 18, 03:50 AM • 31081 views

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