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Pope Leo says God rejects prayers of leaders who wage wars, says they have 'hands full of blood'
"This is our God: Jesus, King of Peace, who rejects war, whom no one can use to justify war," Pope Leo, the first US pope, told crowds.
The Israeli-Iranian handshake at Pope John Paul II's funeral
Yad Vashem Chairman Dayan meets with Pope Leo XIV to discuss Holocaust remembrance
Vatican says it will not participate in Trump's Gaza Board of Peace
Pope Francis thanks doctors who saved his life in meeting at Vatican
The 88-year-old pontiff is gradually making more public appearances as he recovers from the biggest health crisis in his 12 years in the role.
Britain's King Charles makes surprise visit to Pope Francis at Vatican
King Charles and Queen Camilla had been due to make a formal state visit to the Vatican, but postponed their plans after doctors prescribed Francis two months of rest.
Pope Francis was so close to death that doctors considered ending treatment
The pope's official nurse pleaded with doctors to ensure that they did not stop his treatment despite significant risks.
Rediscovered Renaissance masterpiece to be exhibited at Vatican Museums
The artwork, believed to be the original work of Mantegna, was recently rediscovered in the Sanctuary of Pompeii.
Vatican displays ‘The Spear of Destiny’ during Lent at St. Peter's Basilica
Tradition recounts that Longinus, a Roman centurion, pierced the side of Jesus with this very spear during the crucifixion.
Pope Francis, showing plans to continue on, starts new process for Catholic reforms
Pope Francis approved a new three-year Vatican reform plan, pushing forward with change despite his ongoing health battle.
Ancient Syriac text reveals lost Gospel details after 1,500 years
The Old Syriac text specifies disciples 'rubbing it in their hands,' highlighting significant nuances in interpretation.
Pope Francis no longer needs ventilation, is stable, Vatican says
Vatican says Pope Francis's health is improving but he remains under close watching Rome's Gemelli hospital.
Pope Francis remains stable, has not had new breathing crisis, Vatican says
The pope has not had any new breathing crises, the Vatican announced in a handout.
Pope Francis had 'isolated' breathing crisis in hospital, Vatican says
Francis, 88, has been in Rome's Gemelli hospital for two weeks, after being admitted on February 14 with a severe respiratory infection that triggered other complications.
