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Zelenskyy to visit Rome to honor Pope Francis - AFP

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will arrive in Rome to honor the Catholic leader. The funeral will take place between Friday and Sunday this week.

Politics • April 22, 07:59 AM • 7570 views

Cardinals to meet after Pope Francis' death to plan funeral

Cardinals will gather to plan Pope Francis' funeral, which will be attended by world leaders. A conclave is expected to elect a new head of the Roman Catholic Church.

Society • April 22, 06:43 AM • 5503 views

Funeral of Pope Francis: the likely date of the ceremony has been announced

The funeral of Pope Francis is likely to take place on April 26. The conclave to elect the new pontiff will take place between May 6 and 10.

News of the World • April 22, 01:27 AM • 6182 views

The Vatican has published the will of Pope Francis: what instructions did the pontiff leave regarding his funeral

In his spiritual will, Pope Francis indicated that he wants to be buried in the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome. He also asked for a simple tomb with the inscription "Franciscus".

News of the World • April 21, 10:36 PM • 8208 views

Trump confirms visit to Rome with Melania for Pope Francis' funeral

Donald Trump has officially confirmed that he will visit Pope Francis' funeral in Rome with Melania. The Pope died on April 21 at the age of 88, the funeral will last nine days.

News of the World • April 21, 09:13 PM • 5898 views

Ordered to lower the American flag at the White House: Trump's reaction to the death of the Pope

US President Donald Trump has ordered the American flag to be lowered at the White House in honor of the late Pope Francis. Funeral arrangements will last nine days.

News of the World • April 21, 08:17 PM • 9378 views

Flights over Rome will be prohibited during the funeral of Pope Francis

Security measures are being strengthened in Rome in connection with the funeral of Pope Francis. A ban on flights of aircraft over the city will be introduced during the farewell to the pontiff.

News of the World • April 21, 07:36 PM • 8066 views

Public organization in Italy will appeal to the prosecutor's office against the closure of the Colosseum during Pence's visit

The Italian association Codacons will file a complaint regarding the early closure of the Colosseum on Easter for the safety of the US Vice President. Media report that only his wife visited the monument, which outraged tourists.

News of the World • April 21, 02:32 PM • 6011 views

In the Vatican, Pope Francis's funeral will last 9 days, then the conclave will begin

Funeral arrangements after the death of Pope Francis will last nine days. The conclave for the election of the next pontiff will take place within a month.

News of the World • April 21, 12:51 PM • 5481 views

Bells of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican announced the death of Pope Francis: grieving faithful are gathering in the square

Cardinal Farrell of Pope Francis confirmed his death around 7:30 a. m. in Santa Marta, people are gathering in St. Peter's Square.

News of the World • April 21, 11:44 AM • 3084 views

Who Will Sit on the Holy See After Pope Francis: Main Contenders and Election Rules

Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, starting the Sede Vacante period. The election of the new pontiff will be held by cardinals at a conclave, where candidates from liberal and conservative forces will compete.

News of the World • April 21, 10:05 AM • 84910 views

Pope Francis has died: how world politicians reacted

Pope Francis died on April 21 at the age of 88. US Vice President JD Vance, the Prime Minister of Italy, and the President of France reacted to his death.

News of the World • April 21, 09:31 AM • 5116 views

Who was Pope Francis and what did he say about Ukraine

Pope Francis died at the age of 88 on April 21 at 7:35 AM. His pontificate since 2013 was marked by reforms and service, despite prolonged health problems.

News of the World • April 21, 08:55 AM • 55448 views

"Terrible failure": Meloni's translator publicly apologized for a stumble during a meeting with Trump

Giorgia Meloni's translator publicly apologized for a stumble during a meeting with Donald Trump. Due to the hitch, the Italian Prime Minister had to translate herself, which the translator called a "terrible failure," justifying the interruption by the importance of the meeting.

News of the World • April 19, 06:06 PM • 5029 views

Second round of Iran-US nuclear talks started in Rome: details known

Iran and the US have started the second round of talks on the nuclear program in Rome. The delegations are headed by Steve Witkoff from the US and Abbas Araghchi from Iran, mediated by Oman.

News of the World • April 19, 12:27 PM • 4078 views

Iran seeks guarantees that Trump will not withdraw from new nuclear deal - Reuters

Iran told the US it is ready to accept some restrictions on uranium enrichment. Tehran demands clear guarantees against re-withdrawal from the deal and insists on the lifting of sanctions.

News of the World • April 19, 06:57 AM • 3590 views

Easter services in the Vatican: how Catholics celebrate the Resurrection

Easter services will be held in the Vatican on April 19-20, but Pope Francis will not lead them for the first time. Believers are invited to the Holy Mass of the Easter Vigil and the Easter Holy Mass.

Society • April 18, 12:10 PM • 112556 views

The IAEA stated that Iran is not far from creating nuclear weapons

The head of the IAEA stated that Iran is close to creating nuclear weapons, although it does not yet have them. He emphasized the importance of the agency's participation in the dialogue between Iran and the United States regarding the nuclear agreement.

News of the World • April 17, 02:35 PM • 8471 views

Salah stays at Anfield: winger extends contract with Liverpool

Mohamed Salah has signed a new contract with Liverpool that will run until 2027. The Egyptian has stated that his best years are spent at the Merseyside club.

Sports • April 11, 01:43 PM • 7504 views

Ukrainian national team forward Dovbyk becomes Serie A player of the month

Ukrainian forward of Roma, Artem Dovbyk, has been recognized as the best player of the month in the Italian Serie A. In March, he scored three decisive goals in four matches.

Sports • April 10, 02:14 PM • 10053 views

Queen Camilla was presented with a “Margherita” pizza in honor of her 20th wedding anniversary during a visit to Rome

During a visit to Italy, Queen Camilla was presented with a "Margherita" pizza in honor of her 20th wedding anniversary with King Charles. King Charles addressed the Italian Parliament.

News of the World • April 9, 03:16 PM • 51267 views

Italian tour operators fined almost €20 million for hoarding tickets to the Colosseum - Reuters

The Italian antitrust authority has fined a ticket sales company and six tour operators €20 million for hoarding tickets to the Colosseum. This restricted tourists' access to the amphitheater.

News of the World • April 8, 02:21 PM • 8848 views

Prince Harry returned to the UK ahead of King Charles III's state visit to Italy

Prince Harry has arrived in London to appeal over his security arrangements. His arrival coincided with King Charles III and Queen Camilla's state visit to Rome.

News of the World • April 8, 09:47 AM • 10364 views

Pope Francis appeared in public for the first time after his illness

After being discharged from the hospital, where he was treated for pneumonia, 88-year-old Pope Francis appeared before believers in the Vatican. He thanked everyone for their support and prayed for the doctors.

News of the World • April 6, 10:35 AM • 16363 views

Yermak on Netrebko's return to the London Opera: Russian artists have no place in the civilized world

Anna Netrebko will perform in London again after supporting Putin and “Novorossiya”. Yermak called for her to be replaced by Ukrainian singer Lyudmila Monastyrska.

War • April 3, 02:39 AM • 75043 views

Fire in Rome: 17 Tesla electric vehicles burned

17 cars burned down at a Tesla dealership in Rome. Elon Musk called the incident terrorism, and police are investigating a possible arson and connection with anarchist groups.

News of the World • March 31, 09:07 PM • 9303 views

I am not a politician or a diplomat, I am an athlete: Roma legend Totti explained why he is going to Moscow

Francesco Totti stated that he is not a politician, but an athlete, and would go to Kyiv for the same purpose as to Moscow. He will attend the award ceremony in Russia.

Sports • March 26, 11:20 PM • 24411 views

Pope Francis will be discharged from the hospital on Sunday - doctor

Pope Francis, hospitalized with a respiratory infection, will be discharged on Sunday. After discharge, he will need a two-month rest in the Vatican.

News of the World • March 22, 05:40 PM • 18016 views

Pope Francis's condition is improving: Vatican reports slight positive changes

Pope Francis continues treatment at Gemelli Hospital. There are slight improvements in breathing and motor skills, he is undergoing pharmacological therapy and physiotherapy.

News of the World • March 21, 07:19 PM • 15286 views

Pope Francis is recovering: The Pontiff no longer needs lung ventilation

Pope Francis' condition is improving and he no longer needs artificial ventilation. The Pontiff is in hospital due to a respiratory infection.

Health • March 19, 10:41 PM • 18065 views

Electricity tariff will remain unchanged until the end of October - Shmyhal

Construction of the metro to Vynohradar: the developer responded whether the pipe breakthrough will affect the pace

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The first hundred days of Trump's presidency: what they were remembered for and what to expect in the future

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Serhiy Koretskyi elected Chairman of the Board of Naftogaz of Ukraine

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A water pipe burst at the metro construction site in Vynohradar – Avtostrada

"She is fine with everything": expert explained why Olena Duma is blocking the adoption of the draft law on the reform of ARMA

Artillerymen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine effectively destroyed the Russian self-propelled gun "Msta-S"

Warm weather returns to Ukraine: what the weather will be like on Tuesday

Russian attack on Dnipropetrovsk region: 12-year-old girl killed, many wounded

Trump suggested that Putin could bring the situation to the point where US President takes Ukraine's side

In Donetsk region, the enemy struck 5 cities and villages in the morning, 5 dead in a day, a child among the wounded

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