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UN urges better response as two million Afghanis returned home this year
The UN Children's Fund, UNICEF, welcomes reports that two million Afghanis, including half-a-million children, returned home to Afghanistan this year, but warns of critical challenges in the country and inherent in society, especially for girls.
European leaders call for Ukraine’s involvement peace summit
European leaders have called on U.S. President Donald J. Trump to involve Ukraine in a planned summit with his Russian counterpart, President Vladimir Putin, on ending the war in Ukraine.
Pope Leo hails Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal
At the Sunday Angelus, the Pope makes a heartfelt appeal to international decision-makers to take responsibility for seeking solutions to conflicts. He expresses satisfaction over the new peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan, but also deep sorrow for the violence that continues to devastate Haiti.
Church in Haiti appeals for stop to bloodshed, impunity and fear
Following the kidnapping of nine people in Haiti over the past week, the Archdiocese of the capital strongly condemns the incident and "the failure of the state and of society that is losing its sensitivity for life." It calls on the people "to raise their voices, unite in prayer and take measures to reject this climate of dehumanisation."
Pope at Angelus: Invest the treasure of your life in love and mercy
Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to share not only material goods but time, presence, and empathy.
Pope Leo remembers Cardinal Karlic, a faithful shepherd who loved the Church
In a telegram of condolence for the death of Argentine Cardinal Cardinal Estanislao Esteban Karlic, Archbishop Emeritus of Paraná, Pope Leo XIV recalls his life in the service of God and the Church, “bringing the light of the Gospel to various areas of life and culture,” and his contribution to the drafting of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Armenia and Azerbaijan sign 'milestone' peace deal
Armenia and Azerbaijan have signed a peace deal at the White House that aims to end decades of armed conflict that killed tens of thousands, and led to the expulsion of more than 100,000 Armenians from the disputed territory of Karabakh.
Pope appoints Cardinal Grech as envoy for celebration at Gozo Cathedral
Pope Leo appoints Cardinal Mario Grech as Special Envoy to the celebration marking fifty years since the coronation of the altarpiece of the Assumption, venerated in the Cathedral of Gozo, Malta.
Holy See publishes regulation on the awarding of public contracts
A new General Executive Decree lays out rules of transparency, control, and competition in the awarding of public contracts by the Holy See and the Vatican City State.
Holy See reaffirms commitment to supporting Landlocked Developing Nations
At the Third International Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries in Turkmenistan, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia calls for solidarity, justice, and concrete action to eradicate poverty and foster integral human development.
International Day of Indigenous Peoples: The right to remain apart
The International Day of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples emphasises the rights of indigenous peoples to remain separated from the rest of the world. In Peru, the Mashco Piro communities are the invisible guardians of the Amazon - now under threat from extractive industries.
Trump to meet Putin and discuss Ukraine conflict
U.S. President Donald J. Trump says he will meet with Vladimir Putin for talks expected to be held in a third country, and focus on 'freezing' the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
International criticism mounts over Israel's planned Gaza offensive
Israel’s proposed expansion of its military operations in Gaza draws sharp criticism from international leaders, military officials, and families of hostages still held by Hamas.
Holy Childhood Secretary General commends Malawi’s efforts in children’s faith formation
A senior Vatican official has praised the Catholic Church in Malawi for its growing investment in children’s missionary formation through the Holy Childhood Movement.
Nuncio welcomes dialogue between Cambodia and Thailand
The Apostolic Nuncio to Cambodia and Thailand, Archbishop Peter Wells, urges renewed commitment to aid thousands of people displaced by the border conflict that has strained relations between the two countries.
Caritas Vietnam: Protecting future generations from human trafficking
As Vietnam is one of the countries with the highest number of social media users, Caritas is trying to prevent further cases by offering guidance to young people in the dioceses.
Indonesian Bishops urge firm action to protect religious freedom
The Catholic Bishops of Indonesia urge the government in Jakarta to act firmly against all forms of intolerance, especially when accompanied by violence, following a series of recent attacks on Christian places of worship and institutions.
Benedictine nuns in Sweden offer ‘a place of prayer and silence’
Religious sisters of the Benedictine Order have offered a place of prayer and silence at the Sacred Heart Convent in Omberg, Sweden, since 1997, welcoming anyone searching for a way to draw near to God.
Pope Leo sends condolences to Ghana mourning victims of helicopter crash
A papal telegram sent to the President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference conveys Pope Leo's condolences to Ghanaians mourning the deaths of ministers, government officials and civilians who perished in the crash of a military helicopter on 6 August.