The Vatican has emphasized that, for Catholics, one spouse is sufficient for a lifelong, fulfilling marriage. In a decree approved by Pope Leo on November 25, 2025, the Church’s doctrinal office highlighted the value of monogamy and discouraged multiple sexual relationships, explicitly addressing the practice of polygamy in Africa, including…
A host of Hollywood celebrities is set to meet Pope Leo at the Vatican on Saturday, in what observers describe as a high-profile effort to connect the pontiff with the world of cinema. The audience will take place at Leo’s Apostolic Palace residence and is expected to include actors Cate…
The Vatican has officially dismissed claims that Jesus Christ made special appearances in the small French town of Dozule, declaring that the alleged 1970s apparitions are “not supernatural in origin.” In a statement issued Wednesday and approved by Pope Leo, the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith its…
The Vatican has announced that Pope Leo will publish his first major document as pontiff on October 9, 2025, a text that is expected to shed light on his vision and priorities for the 1.4 billion-member Catholic Church. The document, an apostolic exhortation titled “Dilexi te” (He loved you), was…
Pope Leo, speaking on September 30, 2025, sharply criticised former U.S. President Donald Trump’s hardline immigration stance, questioning whether such policies align with the Catholic Church’s long-standing pro-life doctrine. “Someone who says I am against abortion but I am in agreement with the inhuman treatment of immigrants in the United…
Pope Leo issued a strong moral appeal on Sunday against the ongoing forced displacement of civilians in Gaza, as Israel ramps up its military operations in the region’s main city. Speaking during his weekly Angelus prayer, the pontiff emphasized that lasting peace cannot be built on violence, exile, or revenge.…