Pope Leo XIV and his impressive and comprehensive reflection on our times, troubled by a growing number of tensions and conflicts

Jan 09, 2026 22:59

Pope Leo XIV received the ambassadors of the 184 states with which the Holy See maintains diplomatic relation Photo: Vatican Media

Church and World•Pope Leo XIV•Vatican Diplomacy

Why didn’t the Pope pray in a Turkish mosque? Trump, Ukraine, and Pope Leo XIV’s next residence

Questions from the press inevitably turned to his recent visit to Turkey, and specifically to the now-viral discussion about whether he prayed during his stop at Istanbul’s Sultan Ahmed Mosque

Dec 10, 2025 16:07

Valentina di Giorgio

Pope Leo XIV•Vatican Diplomacy

For the third time and in the midst of war, the president of Ukraine meets with Pope Leo XIV

Zelenskyy highlighted this dimension after the meeting, thanking the Pope for his continued prayers and for the Holy See’s assistance. He confirmed that the Vatican remains involved in efforts to reunite abducted children with their families and added that he had invited the Pope to visit Ukraine

Dec 09, 2025 17:40

Valentina di Giorgio

Persecuted Christians•Religious Freedom•Vatican Diplomacy

A Tested Church in a Tense Land: Beijing’s Recognition of a Detained Bishop Rekindles Debate Over the Vatican–China Deal

Whether the events of December ultimately strengthen trust or deepen mistrust within China’s Catholic circles will depend on what follows: the transparency of authorities regarding Bishop Zhang’s status

Dec 08, 2025 17:54

ZENIT Staff

Pope Leo XIV•Vatican Diplomacy

13 new ambassadors are presented to the Pope, who tells them that the Holy See will not be a spectator in human rights violations

Address by the Pope on the occasion of the presentation of credentials by the ambassadors of Uzbekistan, Moldova, Bahrain, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Liberia, Thailand, Lesotho, South Africa, Fiji, Micronesia, Latvia, and Finland

Dec 06, 2025 19:25

ZENIT Staff

Justice and Peace•Vatican Diplomacy

Israeli ambassador to Vatican acknowledges role of popes in ending war

The ambassador, speaking at a commemorative event hosted by the Israeli Embassy to the Holy See on October 23, reflected not only on political strategy and military resolve, but also on prayer, moral courage, and the quiet diplomacy that helped move hardened hearts

Oct 30, 2025 20:02

ZENIT Staff

Leo XIV begins 2026 with a new papal staff: here is the meaning… and the photos

In a Church often scrutinized for its symbols, Leo XIV’s choice is neither ornamental nor nostalgic. It is a visual theology, compressed into metal and form, reminding both shepherd and faithful that the path forward passes through the wounds of history—but does not end there

Ordinary time, our baptism, and the memory of a gift received: a simple reflection by Leo XIV

Address on the occasion of the Angelus prayer on Sunday, January 11, 2026

Pope Leo XIV and his impressive and comprehensive reflection on our times, troubled by a growing number of tensions and conflicts

Investigation: How the Holy See sought a final diplomatic solution for Maduro

With How Many Countries Does the Vatican Have Diplomatic Relations? These Are the Figures for 2025

Marco Rubio talks to Cardinal Parolin about Venezuela: this is what was said

Leo XIV, Putin’s rejection of the Christmas truce, and disappointment with the Democratic governor of Illinois

Pope Leo speaks with Israeli president and reiterates condemnation of anti-Semitism

The virtue of hope and diplomatic action, according to Pope Leo XIV

Why didn’t the Pope pray in a Turkish mosque? Trump, Ukraine, and Pope Leo XIV’s next residence

For the third time and in the midst of war, the president of Ukraine meets with Pope Leo XIV

A Tested Church in a Tense Land: Beijing’s Recognition of a Detained Bishop Rekindles Debate Over the Vatican–China Deal

13 new ambassadors are presented to the Pope, who tells them that the Holy See will not be a spectator in human rights violations

Israeli ambassador to Vatican acknowledges role of popes in ending war