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Franciscan Brother in Lebanon: God does not give permission to kill

Brother Tony Choukri, Guardian of the Franciscan Monastery of St. Joseph in Beirut, tells Vatican News about life under war and calls for peace, emphasising that “human beings are not an object, and death is neither a path nor a tool to change strategies, demography, or borders.” Read all

Synod releases Report on Mission in the Digital Environment

A final report from Study Group 3 of the Synod of Bishops underscores the need for the Church to engage the digital environment as a vital space for evangelization, dialogue, and pastoral accompaniment. Read all

Heavy overnight bombing reported in Tehran

The Israeli military said Monday it launched a “wide-scale” series of strikes on targets in Iran, escalating a conflict now entering its third week. Read all

Vatican releases mottos and logos for Pope's Apostolic Journey to Africa

The Holy See Press Office releases the logos and mottos for Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Journey to Africa, on the same day as the official programme is released for his visits to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea. Read all

Pope Leo speaks by phone with Palestinian President Abbas

The Holy See Press Office informs journalists that Pope Leo XIV received a call from Mahmoud Abbas, President of the State of Palestine, regarding recent developments in the Middle East conflict. Read all

Cardinal Gugerotti: Good Friday Collection offers hope in war-torn Holy Land

Ahead of the Good Friday Collection for the Holy Land, Cardinal Claudio Gugerotti encourages all Catholics to offer what they can to help restore hope to the people who reside in the places where Jesus lived. Read all

Pope Leo’s schedule for Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea

The Holy See Press Office releases the programme for Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Journey to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea, which takes place on April 13-23, 2026. Read all

Pope: Information must not turn into propaganda, especially amid war

Pope Leo XIV meets with Italian journalists from the news broadcast TG2 and warns against the media becoming a “megaphone” for power, especially in times of conflict. Read all

Peruvian Bishops call for 'ethical discernment' ahead of elections

The Bishops of Peru publish a message ahead of the country’s upcoming elections, warning that the country needs authorities "characterized by honesty, transparency, and coherence between their words and their actions." Read all

Pope Leo XIV: Protecting minors is essential for life of the Church

Addressing the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, Pope Leo XIV encourages their mission to ensure abuse is prevented in the Church, insisting that such responsibility must be concretely confronted, and not delegated, to build a "culture of care." Read all

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