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Pope Leo appeals for no more war in first Sunday address

Pope Leo will be formally inaugurated at a mass in St Peter's Square next week on 18 May.

Pope Leo XIV sets tone for Papacy with focus on peace and tradition

Leo was chosen as the new pope on the second day of the conclave following the death of Pope Francis last month.

"Habemus Papam!": Pope Leo XIV elected to succeed late Pope Francis

The choice of Prevost was announced by French Cardinal Dominique Mamberti with the Latin words "Habemus Papam"

Explainer: The hidden complexity behind the Vatican’s 'Conclave Smoke'

If the smoke is black, it signals that no pope has been chosen; white smoke-we have a pope!

Cardinals arrive in Rome to elect new Pope

The election follows the recent death of Pope Francis.

Pope Francis’ Popemobile reborn as medical clinic for Gaza children

The initiative, led by Caritas Jerusalem, comes at a time when the region’s healthcare system has nearly collapsed.

Vatican finalizes sacred space as Cardinals prepare to elect new Pope

A total of 133 cardinals are set to take part in this sacred process, which will soon determine the 267th leader of the global Catholic community.

From Vatican to Santa Maria Maggiore: Pope Francis’s burial guide

Pope Francis had requested to be buried in a simple wooden coffin with a zinc interior.

Pope Francis: Funeral tradition, succession and milestones

In past funerals, the body of a deceased Pope was placed on a raised platform known as a catafalque in St Peter’s Basilica, allowing the public to view it. Pope Francis has removed this tradition.

Recovering Pope Francis delights crowds at Vatican Square

Since his discharge from the hospital, Pope Francis has made several unplanned outings, despite his doctors advising him to rest.

Pope Francis makes surprise public appearance after leaving hospital

Vatican reports Pope Francis showing signs of improvement