Pope Leo XIV will visit Peru in November 2026, including his former home of Chiclayo
Robert Prevost was bishop in Chiclayo, Peru, before being chosen as Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo XIV meets with victims of sexual abuse by clergy, but activist groups protest
Victims' association has protested about the meeting with Pope Leo XIV being one-sided and incomplete, excluding the "dissidents".
Pope Leo XIV will visit Spain in June 6-12, including visits at several migration centres in the Canary Islands
It will be the first visit of a pontiff to Spain since 2011, and only third Pope to visit the country.
Pope Leo amid feud with Trump: "The world is being ravaged by a handful of tyrants"
In Cameroon on Thursday, the first American pope delivered his sharpest rebuke yet of leaders who wage war in the name of God, as his feud with the White House deepens.
Trump lashes out at Meloni, says he is "shocked" by Italian leader
The US president turns on his key ally after criticism over the pope and Iran policy.
Pope Leo warns of "majoritarian tyranny" in democracies after clash with Trump
The pontiff urges moral limits on power amid escalating tensions with the US president.
Meloni rebukes Trump over attack on Pope Leo
The Italian premier breaks with her US ally as backlash grows across the political spectrum.
Pope Leo vows to keep speaking out against war after Trump attack
The pontiff rejects political confrontation and calls for peace and dialogue.
Trump's AI image as Jesus Christ sparks backlash amid feud with Pope Leo
The controversial post deepens tensions with the Vatican and unsettles parts of his religious base.
Trump launches rare public attack on Pope Leo: "He is weak on crime, and terrible for foreign policy"
The president calls the pontiff "terrible" amid tensions over war and immigration policies.
Pope Leo calls for Iran war to end before Easter
The pope urges world leaders to seek a swift end to the war.
Pope Leo rebukes leaders with "hands full of blood"
The remarks appear aimed at the US military actions and Christian nationalist rhetoric.
Pope Leo warns Iran war is "getting worse and worse"
The pontiff renews ceasefire call as tensions escalate.
Pope Leo calls for a global ban on aerial bombardments
The pontiff condemns airstrikes as "indiscriminate" amid the Iran war.
Pope Leo urges media to show war's human cost, not "propaganda"
The pontiff calls on journalists to report the conflicts through the eyes of victims rather than amplifying the voices of power.
Pope Leo fires San Diego bishop arrested on suspicion of stealing $250,000
The bishop was arrested on suspicion of stealing the money from his congregation.
Pope Leo warns of a "world in flames" at Ash Wednesday Mass: "It is so easy to feel powerless"
The pontiff calls for reflection on wars and environmental destruction as Lent begins.
Pope Leo urges global end to antisemitism
On Holocaust Remembrance Day, the pontiff emphasizes moral responsibility.
Pope Leo warns against "diplomacy based on force"
The pontiff delivers a blunt message to diplomats, criticising militarised diplomacy and urging protection of Venezuelan rights.
Vatican commission rejects proposal to allow women as Catholic deacons
A Vatican commission has formally rejected the proposal to allow women to serve as Catholic deacons.
Vatican in new decree: One spouse is enough for Catholics
In a new decree approved by Pope Leo, the Church criticizes polygamy.
Jesus, not Virgin Mary, saved the world, Vatican clarifies in new decree approved by Pope Leo
The new decree rejects the title of "co-redeemer" for Mary.
Schwarzenegger flies to the Vatican to "terminate" fossil fuels
"The Terminator" flies from Malaga to the Vatican to throw his weight behind Pope Leo's efforts against pollution.
Pope Leo marks 70th birthday with thousands at St. Peter's Square
The celebration mixed music, prayer, and messages of peace.
Pope Leo questions Musk-style executive pay
In his first interview as pontiff, Pope Leo reflects on inequality, global diplomacy, and his new role.
Pope Leo calls for global day of fasting and prayer for peace
Faithful urged to fast and pray for war-torn regions, including the Middle East and Ukraine.
One million people attend the first truly multitudinous event by Pope Leo XIV
One million people travelled to Rome for the Jubilee of Youth.
Pope Leo urges restraint as Israel-Iran tensions escalate
The pontiff calls for dialogue and responsibility in one of his strongest peace messages yet.
Pope Leo XIV urges Israel to open humanitarian access to Gaza
The Vatican's new leader joins international pressure for aid delivery amid ongoing conflict.
JD Vance meets Pope Leo XIV at Vatican
A former Trump critic.
Pope Leo XIV offers Vatican mediation in global conflicts
The new pontiff underscores his commitment to peace as he reaches out to war-torn regions and world leaders.
Pope Leo XIV looks to renew ties with Jewish communities
The new pontiff signals intent to strengthen interfaith dialogue amid strained Vatican-Israel relations.
Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace between Russia and Ukraine, Israel and Palestine, India and Pakistan
Pope Leo XIV urges global powers to end conflicts in first Sunday message.
Pope Leo XIV to celebrate first Mass as pontiff on Friday
Pope Leo XIV prepares for first Mass at Sistine Chapel.
Pope Leo XIV known sport affinities: An amateur tennis player that supports Chicago White Sox
Robert Prevost's baseball affinities have caused a small feud in Chicago.
First US pontiff: Robert Prevost elected Pope Leo XIV
Little-known missionary from Chicago takes papacy with focus on unity and social justice.
Habemus papam: New pope elected on Thursday afternoon
Cardinals reach decision on Thursday afternoon ballot.
No pope elected on Thursday morning
Cardinals fail to reach decision on Thursday morning ballot.
Cardinals enter second day of voting in historic papal conclave
No clear frontrunner as world's largest conclave resumes in Vatican.
Cardinals begin conclave to choose next pope
Voting starts Wednesday as Church leaders weigh future direction.
All cardinal electors arrive in Rome ahead of papal conclave
The Sistine Chapel will host the election of Pope Francis' successor starting Wednesday.
Italian Pietro Parolin emerges as key contender for papacy
The veteran Vatican diplomat is seen as a steady hand amid Church divisions.
Filipino Cardinal Tagle emerges as key contender for papacy
His election would signal continuity with Francis' reformist vision.
Vatican prepares for conclave: Chimney installed on Sistine Chapel roof
The Sistine Chapel now has a chimney for papal smoke signals ahead of the conclave set to begin on May 7.
Vatican sets May 7 for papal conclave
Cardinals take extra time for informal talks ahead of electing Pope Francis' successor.
World leaders and thousands gather to bid farewell to Pope Francis
A solemn ceremony in St. Peter's Square marks the end of an era, as attention turns to the future of the Church.
World leaders arrive in Rome for Pope Francis' funeral amid public mourning
As the public viewing of Pope Francis ends, heads of state, royals, and mourners gather in Vatican City for the funeral.
Tens of thousands pay their final respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's
Long queues form as mourners gather to bid farewell to the beloved pontiff ahead of Saturday's funeral.
Pope Francis passed away peacefully and swiftly, his doctor says
He died quickly and without suffering.
Israel posts, then removes, condolences over pope's passing
A now-deleted condolence post reveals underlying tensions between the Vatican and the Israeli government.
