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Pope Leo meets Russian Orthodox cleric amid war, strained relations
Pope Leo XIV met with a top Russian Orthodox cleric, the first such visit from Moscow since the papal election, and one that comes amid strained relations with Rome due to Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. Source: Catholic Review.
Pope says Gaza is being ‘crushed by hunger’
Pope Leo XIV yesterday said he was following the humanitarian crisis taking place in Gaza with “great concern,” saying the civilian population is being “crushed by hunger and continues to be exposed to violence and death”. Source: Crux.
Migrants and refugees are ‘messengers of hope’
Pope Leo XIV says that with their courage and tenacity in the pursuit of happiness, migrants and refugees are “messengers of hope”. Source: CNS.
First biography of Pope Leo launched in Australia
An English version of the first biography of Pope Leo XIV, published in French less than a week after his election on May 8, is now available in Australia. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Pope ends ‘working holiday’ and returns to Rome
Returning to Rome on Tuesday night after a short stay in the nearby town of Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV called for an end to the arms trade “that goes behind every war”. Source: Crux.
Senators support motion congratulating new Pope
Queensland Senator Matthew Canavan introduced a motion in Parliament yesterday “wishing Pope Leo XIV best wishes for his pontificate”. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Pope affirms value of elderly in life of the Church
Pope Leo XIV has paid a private visit to the Santa Marta Home for the Elderly in Castel Gandolfo, offering words of comfort, encouragement, and spiritual closeness to the women residing there and to their carers. Source: Vatican News.
Pope and Palestinian president discuss humanitarian tragedy in Gaza
Pope Leo XIV and Mahmoud Abbas, president of the Palestinian National Authority, have discussed the humanitarian tragedy in the Gaza Strip and the urgent need for assistance. Source: OSV News.
Pope speaks with astronaut Buzz Aldrin on anniversary of Moon landing
Fifty-six years after Apollo 11 landed on the moon, Pope Leo XIV spoke with astronaut Buzz Aldrin, the Holy See Press Office announced. Source: Vatican News.