Vatican News

Pope Leo XIV recalls fallen journalists on World Press Freedom Day

Speaking in St Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV linked the defence of press freedom to Christian witness in a world marked by conflict and restriction
The Catholic Herald

Pope discusses West Bank and Lebanon Christians with European Council President

The call focused on the Middle East crisis and the Church’s concern for Christians in southern Lebanon
The Catholic Herald

Leo’s diplomatic approach tested by Mullally’s reception

The Vatican’s welcome for Sarah Mullally has sparked fresh questions about the balance between ecumenical outreach and doctrinal clarity
Michael Haynes

Vatican financial watchdog records 78 cases of suspicious activity in 2025

The Holy See’s financial watchdog has published its latest annual report, showing 78 suspicious activity reports and continued cooperation with international regulators
The Catholic Herald

Cardinal Farrell warns of global fall in baptisms and Catholic marriages

Speaking at a Vatican study day, Cardinal Kevin Farrell said falling baptism and marriage figures show the Church faces urgent challenges in family faith formation
The Catholic Herald

Diocese of Rome announces Christian-Muslim gathering at Grand Mosque

A new Christian-Muslim event at the Grand Mosque of Rome has drawn criticism from some Catholics who question the setting and wider message of the meeting
Thomas Colsy

Vatican sets out next stage of global synodal process

The Holy See has announced the next phase of the Synod on Synodality, signalling that implementation of the process will continue under Pope Leo XIV
The Catholic Herald

Cardinal Ernest Simoni received by Pope Leo XIV in private audience

A private Vatican audience between Pope Leo XIV and Cardinal Ernest Simoni has renewed attention on the Albanian cardinal’s witness under communist repression
The Catholic Herald

What next for the College of Cardinals?

What next for the College of Cardinals?
Thomas Colsy

Vatican hits back at ‘population threat’ narrative

The Holy See’s latest text pushes back on claims that births harm the planet, linking ecology with a robust defence of the unborn
Michael Haynes