Europe News Pope begins first official France visit in 18 years The Pope is making the first official papal visit to France in 18 years, during which he is expected to meet survivors of sexual abuse, EU leaders and large crowds of worshippers. 25/09/2026
Culture news Leo XIV and Bad Bunny held private meeting at Bernabéu After days of speculation that the Pontiff and the singer might cross paths while both were in Madrid, it has been confirmed that Leon XIV and Bad Bunny met on Monday after the “festival of faith” at the Bernabéu stadium. 09/06/2026
Monaco Pope Leo XIV urges Monaco to use wealth 'for good' in historic visit Pope Leo XIV urged residents of the wealthy principality of Monaco to use their resources to promote good in the world. The pontiff became the first head of the Catholic church to visit the territory since Pope Paul III in the 16th century. 28/03/2026
World News Pope Leo XIV visits Munich for the first time in almost 500 years The Pope will be in the Principality of Monaco on Saturday for a symbolic visit that marks the return of a Pontiff after almost five centuries. At the centre, the role of small states in international dialogue, the 'defence of life' and global issues such as war, diplomacy and cooperation 27/03/2026
Georgia Georgian Orthodox Patriarch Ilia II died at 93 Ilia II was hospitalised on Tuesday morning in critical condition with "mass bleeding from the stomach," the director of the Caucasus Medical Centre said. 18/03/2026
Vatican Machado seeks pope's support for Venezuela's transition at Vatican The pontiff had said he was following the developments in Venezuela with "deep concern," and urged the protection of human and civil rights in the country. 12/01/2026
No Comment Pope Leo XIV revives tradition with multilingual Christmas message Pope Leo XIV revived a tradition by offering greetings in multiple languages during his first Christmas Day message. 25/12/2025
No Comment Pope Leo XIV pays tribute to Atatürk on his first overseas visit to Turkey Pope Leo XIV visits Atatürk's mausoleum in Ankara, laying a wreath and calling for peace before meeting Turkish President Erdogan. 27/11/2025
Culture news Holy screens: What are Pope Leo XIV’s favourite movies? Pope Leo XIV will host several film stars and directors at an event this weekend as part of the Roman Catholic Church Jubilee, which takes place every quarter century. The pontiff has shared his favourite films... 13/11/2025
Europe News Pope urges Italy to stay open to migrants on first visit to president Pope Leo XIV completed the rite of passage for every new pope by travelling across Rome to the Qurinale Palace for a meeting with President Sergio Mattarella. 14/10/2025
Culture news Madonna urges Pope Leo XIV to visit Gaza 'before it's too late' The singer wrote that the pontiff was “the only one of us who cannot be denied entry” into Gaza, adding that “there is no more time.” 12/08/2025
Culture news Al Pacino becomes first Hollywood celebrity to meet Pope Leo XIV The celebrated actor met with Pope Leo XIV and becomes the first Hollywood celebrity to have an official audience with the newly elected pontiff. 17/06/2025
No Comment Pope Leo XIV calls for humanitarian action in Gaza in first audience The pontiff urged immediate humanitarian aid for Gaza and an end to its people’s "heartbreaking" suffering during his first general audience in St Peter’s Square. 21/05/2025
Europe News 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 reporting the truth and urged the release of imprisoned journalists 12/05/2025
Europe News 'Never give in to mediocrity,' Pope Leo XIV tells the press Pope Leo XIV's first address to the press at the Holy See emphasised dignity, justice and free speech, urging journalists to reject mediocrity and partisan divisions. Euronews brings you a first-hand account of the experience. 12/05/2025
Vatican Pope Leo XIV calls for world peace in first blessing as pontiff Pope Leo XIV gave his first blessing as pontiff this Sunday. In his speech, he called for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. 11/05/2025