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Pope Leo XIV welcomes Argentine President Javier Milei at Vatican Pope Leo XIV welcomes Argentine President Javier Milei at Vatican Milei's visit to the Vatican comes as part of his 10-day European tour, including visits to Spain and France, and Israel. READ.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

‘Kiev Resumes…’ Putin SHOCKS Pope With Ukraine War Updates \| Putin Describes Call As ‘Constructive’ Russian President Vladimir Putin held a rare and “constructive” phone call with Pope Leo XIV, accusing Ukraine of deliberately escalating the conflict by sabotaging civilian infrastructure inside.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:37Published 1 week ago

Cyclists receive Pope Leo XIV's blessing in historic Giro d'Italia finale Cyclists receive Pope Leo XIV's blessing in historic Giro d'Italia finale Pope Leo XIV blessed 159 cyclists in the Giro d'Italia as they rode through the Vatican gardens, honouring the original.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 2 weeks ago

Can Pope Leo Xiv Lose US Citizenship After Becoming Vatican’s American-Born Head Of State?US-Vatican Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Prevost in Chicago, has become the first U.S.-born pontiff and now leads both the Holy See and Vatican City. His dual role as an American citizen and a foreign head of state.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:35Published 3 weeks ago

Lavrov REJECTS Pope's Offer To Host Russia-Ukraine Talks, Calls Vatican 'Unsuitable…' For Mediation Amid escalating global interest in resolving the Russia–Ukraine war, Pope Leo XIV offered the Vatican as a neutral ground for the next round of peace negotiations. Italian PM Giorgia Meloni confirmed.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:14Published 3 weeks ago

Pope Leo XIV’s Brother a Big Trump Fan! Pope’s Brother, Louis, Poses With Trump at White House In a surprising display of political affinity, Louis, the brother of newly elected Pope Leo XIV, was photographed alongside U.S. President Donald Trump during a recent visit to the White House. The.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:25Published on May 21, 2025

Kyiv to consider the Vatican for Zelenskyy-Putin meeting, Foreign Minister Sybiha tells Euronews Kyiv to consider the Vatican for Zelenskyy-Putin meeting, Foreign Minister Sybiha tells Euronews Kyiv is interested in a direct Zelenskyy-Putin face-to-face, Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:18Published on May 20, 2025

‘Historic Moment’: Trump Invites Pope Leo to White House, Sends Vance to Vatican With Invite President Donald Trump has formally invited Pope Leo, the first American pontiff, to visit Washington. The invitation, delivered by Vice President J.D. Vance during the Pope’s inaugural mass, comes.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:01Published on May 20, 2025

Trump Sends Personal Invitation to Pope Leo XIV via JD Vance — Karoline Hints at High-Stakes Visit In a historic and highly symbolic gesture, U.S. President Donald Trump has formally invited Pope Leo XIV—the first American pope—to visit the White House. The invitation was hand-delivered by Vice.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:22Published on May 20, 2025

Pope Leo XIV Meets Zelensky at Inauguration Mass \| 1st American Pope Vows to end Russian-Ukraine War In a historic and politically charged moment at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, shook hands with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska as his.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:35Published on May 18, 2025

Why Usha Vance Wore Mantilla at Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration\|Controversy Behind Traditional Headscarf Usha Vance’s decision to wear a traditional mantilla at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration has sparked controversy and raised eyebrows worldwide. Why did the Second Lady choose to honor the Catholic.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:31Published on May 18, 2025

Vatican BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV Receives Fisherman's Ring And Pallium In Solemn Vatican Ceremony Pope Leo XIV was officially vested with the pallium and the Fisherman’s Ring during his inauguration Mass in St. Peter’s Square, marking the formal start of his papacy. These ancient symbols of.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:28Published on May 18, 2025

VATICAN: Pope Enters St Peter’s Square in Popemobile \| Pope Leo XIV’s Inaugural Mass Pope Leo XIV will be formally inaugurated as the 267th pontiff of the Catholic Church during a Mass at St. Peter’s Square, marking the official beginning of his papacy. Chosen after a two-day.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:14Published on May 18, 2025

Pope Leo Offers Vatican for Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks \| Pope vs. Putin as He Ditches Turkey Talks Pope Leo XIV has offered the Vatican as a venue for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, following the failed negotiations in Istanbul where Putin was notably absent. The Vatican called Putin’s.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:29Published on May 16, 2025

Pope Leo XIV offers to host Ukraine-Russia peace talks at the Vatican Pope Leo XIV offers to host Ukraine-Russia peace talks at the Vatican The Vatican did not release a statement after the meeting, but Pope Leo XIV has repeatedly voiced support for Ukraine, calling.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published on May 16, 2025

New Pontiff’s Rare Direct Comment On Russia-Ukraine SHOCKS World \| Zelensky Backs Pontiff’s Vision Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed gratitude to Pope Leo XIV for offering to mediate global peace. In a heartfelt message on X, Zelensky called peace Ukraine’s “most sacred.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:21Published on May 15, 2025

Pope Leo XIV hosts first audience with the press at the Vatican Pope Leo XIV hosts first audience with the press at the Vatican As he addressed journalists and media workers days after he was elected, he renewed calls for peace, reminding the press to focus on.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:16Published on May 12, 2025

Christian FLOOD Pope Leo XIV’s Childhood Home Near Chicago \| Pilgrims Flock To Dolton, Illinois Visitors are pouring into Dolton, Illinois, to witness the humble beginnings of Pope Leo XIV. The vacant childhood home of the beloved pontiff has become a historic pilgrimage site, drawing crowds and.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:04Published on May 10, 2025

ON CAMERA: President Donald Trump Reacts to Historic Election of First American Pope, Robert Prevost The Vatican has elected Robert Prevost as the new Pope, marking a historic moment as he becomes the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church. In a swift reaction, former U.S. President Donald.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:02Published on May 9, 2025

Full Speech: Pope Leo XIV Delivers Powerful First Speech \|“Peace Be With You” Echoes Across Vatican In his first public address as Pope Leo XIV, Robert Prevost extended a heartfelt message of peace and unity from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica. Delivered in Italian and Spanish, his speech.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:11Published on May 9, 2025

Pope Leo XIV addresses Vatican crowd as new leader of the Catholic Church Pope Leo XIV addresses Vatican crowd as new leader of the Catholic Church Cardinals from around the world have elected the next pontiff, following the late Pope Francis' passing on 21 April. Follow.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published on May 9, 2025

Who is Robert Prevost, the First American to Become Pope Leo XIV in Vatican History? \| New Pope Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, becomes the first American pontiff with deep Latin American ties. Born in Chicago, the 69-year-old missionary spent decades in Peru, where he became known for.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:35Published on May 9, 2025

Trump SURPRISING First Reaction to First American Pope, Calls It ‘Great Honor’ Despite Past Tensions Donald Trump called it a “Great Honor” as Robert Prevost became the first American pope, taking the name Leo XIV. The 69-year-old former Chicago bishop's election stunned the world and thrilled the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:12Published on May 8, 2025

Moment When White Smoke Rose From Sistine Chapel, Crowd Roars as Cardinals Elect New Pope A historic moment unfolded in Vatican City as white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of a new pope. On only the first full day of voting, the 133 cardinal electors made.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:22Published on May 8, 2025

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The Pope has 'isolated' breathing crisis in hospital The Pope has had an "isolated" breathing crisis as he is treated in hospital, says the Vatican. Sky News - Published on February 28, 2025

'Slight improvement' in Pope's condition, Vatican says The Pope's condition is showing a "further, slight improvement", the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 26, 2025
Vatican issues update on Pope as he spends another night in hospital Pope Francis has had a "tranquil night" and is now sitting upright as he continues hospital treatment for pneumonia in both lungs, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 26, 2025
Pope carries out duties from hospital as he meets Vatican officials Pope Francis has met leading Vatican officials in hospital as he continues his recovery from pneumonia in both lungs. Sky News - Published on February 25, 2025

Pope Francis 'resumes some work' after 'slight improvement' in health Pope Francis's health has shown a "slight improvement" but he remains in a critical condition, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 24, 2025
Pope 'resting' in hospital and night 'went well' - as Vatican gives short update Pope Francis is "resting" in hospital and the night "went well", The Vatican has said in its latest update. Sky News - Published on February 24, 2025
Pope has 'inital mild' kidney insufficiency and still in critical condition, says Vatican The Pope remains in a critical condition and is now showing an "initial, mild" kidney insufficiency - but is "vigilant" and took part in Mass in hospital with those caring for him. Sky News - Published on February 23, 2025
Pope had 'tranquil' night in hospital, Vatican says Pope Francis had a "tranquil" in hospital, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 23, 2025

Vatican gives update on Pope Francis The Vatican has said Pope Francis "rested well" as he remains in hospital. Sky News - Published on February 22, 2025
Vatican cancels the Pope's weekend engagements The Vatican has cancelled Pope Francis's weekend engagements. Sky News - Published on February 18, 2025
Pope in hospital for fourth day as he continues bronchitis treatment Pope Francis will spend a fourth day in hospital and stay there for as long as required, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 17, 2025	Pope Francis to remain in hospital and miss Sunday prayer, Vatican says Pope Francis, who was admitted to hospital on Friday, will miss his usual public appearance and weekly prayer with pilgrims on Sunday, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on February 15, 2025
PMO lauds Archbishop Koovakad’s elevation as cardinal: ‘Immense pride for India’ Archbishop George Koovakad of India was elevated to Cardinal by Pope Francis in a Vatican City ceremony. The Indian government sent a delegation to witness the historic event. Koovakad, 51, joins 20.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 7, 2024	Vatican 'saddened' by Olympics opening ceremony's Last Supper-style scene The Vatican has issued a delayed response following the Olympics opening ceremony - saying it is "saddened" by a skit that appeared to parody Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper painting. Sky News - Published on August 3, 2024
Vatican Paintings Seemingly Feature UFOs There's some interesting paintings inside the Vatican ... and it's worth taking a closer look at what's being depicted in the sky. TMZ Studios has a new series, "Strange & Suspicious," now airing on a.. TMZ.com - Published on July 12, 2024	Vatican banishes archbishop who branded Pope 'servant of Satan' An ultra-conservative archbishop has been excommunicated by the Vatican after being found guilty of schism. Sky News - Published on July 5, 2024
Pope Francis Meets With Hollywood's Biggest Comedians at Vatican Pope Francis received a warm -- and very funny -- welcome at the Vatican from some of the biggest comedians in America, including Jimmy Fallon, Chris Rock and Whoopi Goldberg. The pontiff greeted a TON.. TMZ.com - Published on June 14, 2024	Pope Francis Repeats Gay Slur, Already Apologized For Same Thing Pope Francis has yet again used a disparaging slur against gay people behind closed Vatican doors -- less than a month after apologizing for doing the same thing. According to ANSA -- the leading news.. TMZ.com - Published on June 11, 2024
Pope Francis Uses Homophobic Slur 'Faotness' Behind Closed Doors Pope Francis got all homophobic behind closed Vatican doors, referencing "faotness" in defending the Church's ban on gays becoming priests. The Pope mused ..."There is already an air of fa**otness".. TMZ.com - Published on May 28, 2024	Vatican apologises after Pope uses derogatory term for gay men The Vatican has apologised after the Pope used a highly offensive word about gay men. Sky News - Published on May 28, 2024
US 'most wanted' fugitive arrested in Vatican with three knives One of the most wanted US fugitives was arrested in the Vatican, with three knives on him. Sky News - Published on April 18, 2024	Pope leads Easter Vigil after skipping Good Friday procession The Pope has presided over the Saturday-night Easter Vigil service at the Vatican a day after skipping the Good Friday procession at the Colosseum as a health precaution. Sky News - Published on March 30, 2024
Pope skips Good Friday procession to protect health, Vatican says Pope Francis did not take part in the Good Friday Way of the Cross procession at the Colosseum in Rome, to preserve his health ahead of Easter, the Vatican has said. Sky News - Published on March 29, 2024	'Very memorable moment': PM Modi recalls his meeting with Pope Francis Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the people of the world and the Christian community on Christmas. He recalled his meeting with Pope Francis in Vatican City in 2021, describing it.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 25, 2023
Former top Vatican official jailed in financial corruption scandal The pope's former deputy secretary of state and nine others have been found guilty in the Vatican's biggest financial corruption scandal. Sky News - Published on December 15, 2023	Pope 'not well' as he struggles to read speech at The Vatican The pope asked an aide to read his speech for him at his weekly audience in the Vatican on Wednesday, with the 86-year-old "not well" enough. Sky News - Published on November 29, 2023
Pope Francis cancels audiences due to 'mild flu' Pope Francis has cancelled his scheduled audiences because of mild flu, according to the Vatican. Sky News - Published on November 25, 2023

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