Pope Leo XIV assures Dominicans taking part in the General Chapter of Provincial Priors of his closeness in prayer, while inviting them to be attentive to the voice of the Holy Spirit and to strengthen their commitment to serving the Body of Christ.

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At a press conference in the Vatican, Archbishop Rino Fisichella explains how the Jubilee of Youth will offer “an embrace from all young people worldwide” to those living in war zones.

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The U.N.’s highest court is handing down a crucial opinion on climate change Wednesday, on what legal obligations states have to fight climate change.

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At least 33 people, including 12 children, die from malnutrition in the Gaza Strip in 48 hours, as international vioces condemning Israel's actions grow, including from the Southern African bishops who support the South African governments claims of genocide.

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A bishop and young person from South Africa share how young people have been preparing to attend the Jubilee of Youth in Rome from July 28 to August 3, despite challenges and issues.

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Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi, the Archbishop of Bologna, and the President of the Jewish Community of Bologna, Daniele De Paz, sign joint declaration against the war in Gaza, condemning massacres of innocent civilians, calling for peace, and rejecting anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and Christianophobia.

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Before leaving Castel Gandolfo this evening, Pope Leo XIV stopped to talk to some journalists, and answered some questions on international current affairs.

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At a press conference following their pastoral visit to Gaza, the Greek Orthodox and Latin Patriarchs of Jerusalem issue a joint appeal to world leaders and decision makers, calling for “an end to the war, the release of detainees, and the beginning of a true healing process that restores life and dignity to Gaza and the entire Holy Land”.

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After a Bangladeshi fighter jet crashes into a school, causing at least 31 deaths, Pope Leo says he “entrusts the deceased to the merciful love of the Almighty”.

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Pope Leo XIV remembers Cardinal André Vingt-Trois, the Archbishop emeritus of Paris who passed away on 18 July, as "a good and faithful shepherd"

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Following ongoing turmoil in the Democratic Republic of Congo, representatives of the Kinshasa government and the M23 rebel group meet in Qatar and sign a declaration of intent, which includes a permanent ceasefire.

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The Dicastery for the Causes of Saints is responsible for following the process of beatification and canonisation of the Servants of God, assisting the bishops of the dioceses to which they belong in the investigation of martyrdom, heroic virtues, or the offering of life of a particular faithful Catholic; as well as any miracles attributed to them.

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A conversation between Pope Leo XIV and astronaut Buzz Aldrin, on the 56th anniversary of 56 the Moon landing, becomes a moment of prayer. The Prefect of the Dicastery for Communication reflects on how it underscores the sacredness of each and every life and the urgent call for peace in a world torn by war.

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“Ours is not just a custody of holy places, but a living pastoral presence alongside the Christians of this land. ” Words of Franciscan Fr. Francesco Ielpo who at the Church of the Holy Saviour made his official entry into Jerusalem. “The Custody,” he says, “is not the custodian, but the dedication, hard work, and talents of the more than 300 friars who make it up and live it.”

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In a phone call with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Pope Leo XIV renews his urgent appeal for the protection of civilians and sacred sites, the need to respect International Humanitarian Law and to reject the forced transfer of the population amid escalating violence in Gaza and the West Bank.

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As the United Nations reports that June 2025 was the most-deadly month for civilians in Ukraine since February 2022, and after negotiations stalled between the two countries in early June, Ukraine proposes new peace talks to end the conflict.

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Pope Leo XIV visits residents and religious sisters at the “Santa Marta” home for the elderly in the Alban hills, offering words of gratitude, hope, and reflection.

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The Archdiocese of Seoul organizes a send-off event on Saturday, July 19, to prepare the 1078 young Korean Catholics who will be travelling to Rome to attend the Jubilee of Youth.

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Over two thousand scholarship holders, alums, and benefactors of The Work of the New Millennium Foundation gathered on Saturday at Jasna Góra to celebrate the organization’s 25th anniversary. The Foundation is considered one of the most significant social initiatives of the Catholic Church in Poland.

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Fifty-six years after the historic landing of Apollo 11 on the moon, Pope Leo XIV speaks with astronaut Buzz Aldrin of the historic achievement, discussing together the mystery of Creation, its greatness and its fragility. The same day, the Director of the Holy See Press Office updates press that the Holy Father will remain in Castel Gandolfo through Tuesday, returning to the Vatican that evening.

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