Pope Leo XIV
United Statesreligious leaderMaleb. 19548.2Global Dominance: 0.04%Pope Leo XIV, formerly known as Robert Prevost, made history as the first American pope in the Roman Catholic Church. He ascended to the papacy after a significant conclave marked by global attention and anticipation. Known for his progressive views and efforts to engage with contemporary issues facing the Church, he has quickly captured the hearts of many followers. His recent address to the world emphasized themes of unity, compassion, and the importance of dialogue in addressing global challenges.
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Pope Leo XIV called for humanitarian corridors for civilians trapped due to the conflict in Sudan.
«الهجرة الدولية»: نزوح آلاف السودانيين جراء اشتباكات غرب دارفور
United Arab Emirates· 2026-08-11The Pope’s address on the October long weekend is likely to be held at Royal Randwick racecourse, a significant distance from grand final venue Accor Stadium at Homebush Bay.
Perth to come to the rescue if Pope forces NRL grand final to relocate
Australia· 2026-08-08
Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Sydney may force a scheduling clash with the NRL grand final in 2028.
Pope Leo XIV’s Sydney visit may force venue shiftAustralia· 2026-08-04
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the situation in Ceuta during his daily prayers, expressing concern and hope for a peaceful resolution.
Spanish, Moroccan officials disagree on deaths at Ceuta
Taiwan· 2026-08-03
Pope Leo XIV expressed concern over the situation and called for peaceful solutions.
סאוטה מטלטלת את ספרד ואת אירופה
Israel· 2026-08-03
In his recent encyclical Magnificent Humanity, Pope Leo XIV states that the Church is no longer a believer in 'the just war theory'.
Pope Leo is right. There is no such thing as a ‘just war’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-08-02
Pope Leo XIV met the singer, poet and author Patti Smith on Friday at the Vatican.
Gazan beekeepers struggle amid Israeli restrictionsUnited States· 2026-07-31
Pope Leo XIV has delved into his family history, revealing his ancestry included both enslaved people and slave owners.
Pope Leo says his ancestors were both ‘slaves and slave owners’United States· 2026-07-31
Pope Leo XIV expressed concern over the Middle East developments and called for a halt to hostilities.
درخواست فوری پاپ از ایران و آمریکا
Iran· 2026-07-26Pope Leo XIV expressed solidarity with those affected by the wildfires in France and Spain.
Wildfires in France force 250,000 people from their homes as flames advance toward Bordeaux
Canada· 2026-07-26
Pope Leo XIV is described as a more diplomatic figure following Pope Francis, tasked with continuing his legacy.
Santiago Roncagliolo: “El Vaticano no es una república, se hace lo que diga el jefe” | FIL Lima 2026
Peru· 2026-07-24
Pope Leo XIV called for renewed trust in Christ and in the capacity of young people to be agents of transformation.
How we can turn young people into agents of transformation
Kenya· 2026-07-23
Pope Leo XIV visited Lampedusa to honour migrants who died at sea and urged governments to protect and welcome immigrants.
Do Irish Catholics share Pope Leo’s ‘liberal’ stance on immigration? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-19
Pope Leo XIV called for the regulation of artificial intelligence.
Slovenska katoliška cerkev se je znašla v nasprotju s papežem (VIDEO)
Slovenia· 2026-07-15
Pope Leo XIV singled out artificial intelligence as a defining moral challenge of our age.
PM invokes Pope Leo in plans for regulation and data centresAustralia· 2026-07-15
Pope Leo XIV's encyclical focused on protecting humanity amid the rise of artificial intelligence.
Across Canada, the fight against artificial intelligence goes offlineCanada· 2026-07-13
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the necessity of preventing the spread of nuclear weapons and other prohibited arms.
جدال دیپلماتیک ایران و آمریکا در واتیکان | پاسخ ایران به اتهامات مطرحشده پس از پیام پاپIran· 2026-07-11
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Fr Vincent Mpwaji as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Dar es Salaam.
Pope Leo XIV appoints Fr Vincent Mpwaji Auxiliary Bishop of Dar es Salaam
Tanzania· 2026-07-11
Pope Leo XIV visited the residence of Ambassador Burch, where they shared a meal and discussed various topics.
L'ambasciatore Usa Burch e la cena a casa con papa Leone per il 4 Luglio: «È un vero americano. I contrasti con Trump? Non vuole che ogni sua azione sia vista come un attacco agli Stati Uniti»
Italy· 2026-07-07
The first American pontiff Pope Leo XIV spent Independence Day on the southern Italian island Lampedusa, welcoming migrants.
Wildfires rage across Europe | CNNUnited States· 2026-07-06
The first American pontiff Pope Leo XIV spent Independence Day on the southern Italian island Lampedusa, welcoming migrants.
Fires ignite on Brooklyn Bridge during July Fourth fireworksUnited States· 2026-07-05
The Vatican has hinted that Pope Leo XIV could visit Nigeria in the coming years following talks with President Bola Tinubu.
APC Backlash, Pope Visit Hint, Top Stori
Nigeria· 2026-07-05
Pope Leo XIV last month denounced the 'scourge' of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy before he met privately with abuse victims in Spain.
I wonder what Jesus would say about the Christian Brothers crying poorAustralia· 2026-07-05
The first American pontiff Pope Leo XIV spent Independence Day on the southern Italian island Lampedusa, welcoming migrants.
Trump slams communism in July Fourth remarksUnited States· 2026-07-05
The first American pontiff Pope Leo XIV spent Independence Day on the southern Italian island Lampedusa, welcoming migrants and honoring the thousands who have died or disappeared trying to cross the Mediterranean.
Jets fly over New York leaving red, white and blue trailUnited States· 2026-07-05The first American pontiff Pope Leo XIV spent Independence Day on the southern Italian island Lampedusa, welcoming migrants.
Mount Vernon hosts citizenship ceremony on America’s 250th birthdayUnited States· 2026-07-05
Pope Leo XIV may visit Nigeria in the coming years, according to a Vatican diplomat.
Pope Leo XIV may visit Nigeria, Vatican diplomat hintsNigeria· 2026-07-04
Pope Leo XIV extended his heartfelt congratulations to the American people on the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
World leaders from across the globe mark America's 250th birthdayUnited States· 2026-07-04
The first American pontiff Pope Leo XIV spent Independence Day on the southern Italian island Lampedusa, welcoming migrants and honoring the thousands who have died or disappeared trying to cross the Mediterranean.
Swifties freak out over box of pastries from van near MSGUnited States· 2026-07-04The first American pontiff Pope Leo XIV spent Independence Day on the southern Italian island Lampedusa, welcoming migrants and honoring the thousands who have died or disappeared trying to cross the Mediterranean.
CNN on board ‘America’s Tall Ship’United States· 2026-07-04