Pope Francis News

Vatican20 Feb 2019 07:33 GMT

After decades of religious figures sexually assaulting children, Pope Francis attempts to resolve crisis.

Religion05 Feb 2019 20:14 GMT

The papal admission followed an outcry last week from the Vatican's women's magazine over the sexual abuse of nuns.

Pope Francis05 Feb 2019 08:53 GMT

Pope Francis concludes landmark three-day visit to the UAE by holding mass attended by around 135,000 Catholics.

Pope Francis04 Feb 2019 18:21 GMT

In first-ever Arabian Peninsula visit, Pope Francis said, 'No violence can be justified in the name of religion.'

United Arab Emirates04 Feb 2019 11:42 GMT

On a three-day visit, Pope Francis will promote a dialogue based on tolerance and peace with the Muslim world.

Yemen03 Feb 2019 20:53 GMT

The December ceasefire that included troop withdrawals and the opening of humanitarian corridors has seriously stalled.

Pope Francis25 Dec 2018 16:27 GMT

Head of world's 1.3 billion Catholics hopes for 'fraternity' among people of all walks of life in his Christmas message.

Europe21 Dec 2018 11:23 GMT

Francis on Friday dedicated his annual Christmas speech to the Vatican bureaucracy to abuse.

Pope Francis06 Dec 2018 14:24 GMT

Pontiff to become first Catholic Church leader to visit the Gulf region following Emirati crown prince's invitation.

Vatican19 Oct 2018 05:16 GMT

Invitation to visit was relayed by South Korean President Moon Jae-in during meeting with Pope Francis at the Vatican.

Taiwan15 Oct 2018 06:49 GMT

Holy See is Taiwan's last diplomatic ally in Europe; one of only 17 around the world.

Pope Francis15 Oct 2018 04:04 GMT

Legislator suggests pontiff wants to visit the isolated nation soon - the first time a pope will travel to North Korea.