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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.

War • October 14, 12:59 PM • 14622 views

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.

War • October 11, 05:12 PM • 17169 views

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.

News of the World • October 11, 12:27 PM • 12590 views

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.

Society • October 11, 11:37 AM • 13760 views

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.

War • October 11, 11:00 AM • 13855 views

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.

Politics • October 11, 10:36 AM • 12026 views

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.

Politics • October 11, 08:31 AM • 13268 views

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.

News of the World • October 10, 05:56 PM • 17586 views

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.

Politics • October 10, 02:20 PM • 15317 views

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.

Politics • October 10, 06:25 AM • 12907 views

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.

Politics • October 9, 12:44 PM • 11182 views

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.

News of the World • October 6, 02:01 PM • 19112 views

Sentences handed down to participants of human trafficking scheme in the field of reproduction

Two clinic managers and a lawyer were sentenced to suspended sentences for human trafficking in the field of reproduction.

Crimes and emergencies • September 30, 01:37 PM • 12696 views

Pope Francis begins visit to Belgium

Pope Francis has arrived in Brussels, beginning a visit to Belgium. This is the third visit of the Pope to the country after two visits by John Paul II in 1985 and 1995.

News of the World • September 27, 12:45 PM • 11847 views

Pope Francis cancels audience due to cold

Pope Francis has canceled Monday's audiences due to a mild cold. This is also a preventive measure before the apostolic trip to Luxembourg and Belgium scheduled for September 26-29.

News of the World • September 23, 09:22 AM • 14867 views

Pope's envoy for peace in Ukraine talks with special representative of China

Cardinal Matteo Zuppi had a telephone conversation with Li Hui on the situation in Ukraine. The parties expressed their concern and emphasized the need for dialogue to achieve a just peace.

War • August 15, 11:49 AM • 42252 views

Pope Francis once again calls to pray for Ukraine

Pope Francis called on the faithful to pray for Ukraine, Myanmar and Sudan. The pontiff also asked to prevent the expansion of the conflict in the Middle East and to eliminate discrimination in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Society • August 7, 01:37 PM • 30531 views

Zelensky discusses humanitarian situation in Ukraine with Vatican Secretary of State

The President of Ukraine discussed with Cardinal Parolin the consequences of Russian aggression and the path to peace. Zelenskyy thanked the Vatican for its support and participation in the Peace Summit in Switzerland.

War • July 23, 01:24 PM • 24989 views

Filipino student calls on Pope Francis to "stop using homophobic language"

A Filipino student during an online meeting with Pope Francis called on him to stop using homophobic language that insults the LGBT community.

News of the World • June 21, 10:14 AM • 13863 views

Zelensky on the meeting with the Pope: it was positive and very substantive

According to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the meeting with Pope Francis was very meaningful. He said that the Vatican was helping Ukraine a lot in the issue of returning Ukrainian children illegally deported by russia.

Politics • June 15, 08:58 AM • 31089 views

Pope Francis delivers speech on AI at G7 summit and opposes lethal autonomous weapons

Pope Francis arrived at the G7 summit, shook hands with world leaders, including Biden and Modi, and gave a speech on AI.

News of the World • June 14, 01:34 PM • 15049 views

Zelensky meets with Pope Francis: discusses Peace Summit and return of abducted Ukrainian children

President Zelenskyy met with Pope Francis during his visit to Italy to discuss Russia's aggression against Ukraine, the Vatican's role in establishing peace, and the return of abducted Ukrainian children.

War • June 14, 12:19 PM • 53757 views

G7 leaders to focus on war in Ukraine and China at summit in Italy

G7 leaders gather for their annual summit in Italy, seeking to double down on support for Ukraine with a $50 billion loan package using frozen Russian assets, confront China's economic ambitions, and discuss issues such as artificial intelligence, while also facing domestic challenges.

War • June 13, 06:45 AM • 38389 views

Pope calls on Israel and Hamas to urgently agree on a ceasefire

Pope Francis called on Israel and Hamas to urgently agree on a cease-fire and release hostages, as well as ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza.

News of the World • June 10, 10:32 AM • 21164 views

It was an important conversation: Yermak met with the pope at the Vatican

Pope Francis received the head of the Office of the president of Ukraine Andriy Yermak at the Vatican, where they discussed Zelensky's proposed formula for peace, preparations for the global peace summit in Switzerland and efforts to return Ukrainian children forcibly taken to Russia.

Politics • June 8, 02:02 PM • 53461 views

Pope Francis apologizes for vulgar expression

Pope Francis apologized for using a vulgar term.

Society • May 29, 05:58 AM • 22415 views

Pope curses at a meeting of bishops

Pope Francis used profanity to refer to homosexuality during a private meeting with bishops to discuss the issue of allowing openly gay people to study at seminaries.

Society • May 28, 03:18 AM • 31034 views

London boy who died of leukemia at the age of 15 to be made a saint: Vatican accepts conditions for canonization

Italian teenager Carlo Acutis, who was born in London and died of leukemia in 2006 at the age of 15, will become the first saint of the millennium after the Vatican recognized two miracles attributed to his intercession.

News of the World • May 24, 11:46 AM • 115087 views

Vatican wants to open representative office in China to improve relations with Beijing

The Vatican wants to open a permanent mission in China to improve diplomatic relations with Beijing, Vatican secretary of state Cardinal Pietro Parolin said in a statement.

News of the World • May 21, 04:16 PM • 20706 views

Pope Francis warns of dangerous consequences of climate crisis

Pope Francis warns that the consequences of the climate crisis are already evident and are seriously affecting an increasingly large part of the world's population.

News of the World • May 21, 11:21 AM • 19123 views

It will be targeted: the Ministry of Defense explained all the details about the unblocking of medical workers

Ukraine and the USA will sign an agreement on minerals in the coming days - Shmyhal

India and Pakistan: Political scientist explains whether a new war is brewing and how it will affect Ukraine

The Rada extended the deadline for the voluntary return of military personnel from unauthorized leave until August 30.

State Land Bank or Vinnytsia "meeting of friends" around land management

From May, gasoline in Ukraine should be sold with alcohol: how this will affect cars and the cost of fuel

BEB is investigating cases of tax evasion and smuggling in the field of electronics trade

“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

The US is ready to sign a mineral agreement with Ukraine "this afternoon"

Military bonds in Diia: Ukrainians invested UAH 13.5 billion to support the state

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