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Pope Leo XIV to diplomats: ‘Holy See will not be a silent bystander’ amid challenges to peace

Karen Matthews | Crux

US Military Archdiocese leader issues statement on military actions against suspected drug smugglers

Dec 4
Crux Staff

Pope Leo XIV delivers his speech during a farewell ceremony at the Beirut International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 12025. (Credit: Andreas Solaro/Pool Photo via AP.)

Pope cancels Holy See fundraising commission announced under questionable circumstances

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People wait for the Angelus by Pope Leo XIV on July 27 in St. Peter’s Square. (Credit: Gregorio Borgia/AP.)

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Dec 4
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Pope Leo XIV greets Canadian singer Michael Bublé after an audience Dec. 5 in the Apostolic Palace of the Vatican. (Credit: Vatican Media.)

Song legend Michael Bublé meets Leo XIV, takes requests

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Pope Leo XIV greets Canadian singer Michael Bublé after an audience Dec. 5 in the Apostolic Palace of the Vatican. (Credit: Vatican Media.)

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Pope Leo XIV delivers his speech during a farewell ceremony at the Beirut International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 12025. (Credit: Andreas Solaro/Pool Photo via AP.)

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