The Latest Breaking News from Leo XIV

Pope laments 'ashes of international law' left by today's conflicts in Ash Wednesday liturgy

Pope Leo XIV has opened the church’s penitential Lenten season by presiding over Ash Wednesday

The Independent UK · Feb 18

Pope Leo rejects Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ invite and backs UN to solve global crises

Vatican says it has concerns about ‘critical issues’ with Trump’s initiative

The Independent UK · Feb 18

Vatican will use AI to translate Mass in 60 languages at St. Peter’s Basilica

"We wish to serve the mission that defines the centre of the Catholic Church, universal by its very vocation," said Cardinal Mauro Gambetti.

Euronews · Feb 17

Pope Leo accepts resignation of embattled New Orleans archbishop Gregory Aymond

The archdiocese agreed to pay 600 abuse survivors a $305m settlement before the Vatican confirmed Aymond’s exit

The Guardian - US · Feb 11

What is and isn’t new about US bishops’ criticism of Trump’s foreign policy

In recent weeks, Catholic leaders have been increasingly outspoken in their criticism of the Trump administration’s foreign policy, especially its military intervention in Venezuela and saber-rattling over Greenland.

The Conversation · Feb 11

Vatican Bank launches 'Catholic-based' stock indices

The Vatican Bank has officially launched two equity indices, one in the US and another in the eurozone, which are comprised of stocks that reputedly abide by Catholic principles.

Euronews · Feb 10

My travels with Pope Francis: European Book Prize winner Javier Cercas talks faith, facts and lies

Javier Cercas won the 2025 European Book Prize with 'God's madman at the end of the world', a novel about one of Pope Francis' last trips before his death. In a wide-ranging interview, the acclaimed writer tells Euronews about life in the Vatican, Spain's military coup and fighting fake news.

Euronews · Feb 10

Catholic cross like no other is a beacon of unity in Olympic host city Milan

The Cross of the Athletes has arrived in Milan for the Winter Games, symbolizing unity through sport

The Independent UK · Feb 10

Pope Leo shares his 2026 travel plans – and he won’t be coming back home

Popes typically avoid visiting a country during an election year to avoid the appearance of partisanship

The Independent UK · Feb 9

Vance attends Olympic skating, then meets with Italian Prime Minister Meloni

Vice President JD Vance met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Milan on Friday, part of his trip to the Olympics

The Independent UK · Feb 6