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Irish archbishop says political battles need to not use ‘language of faith’

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Pope calls for peace, diplomacy in light of U.S. strikes on Iran

Jun 22, 2025
Elise Ann Allen

Israeli Ambassador to the Holy See Yaron Sideman presents his credentials to Pope Francis. (Credit: Israeli Embassy to the Holy See.)

Israeli envoy defends Iran offensive, says pope can make a difference

Jun 17, 2025
Elise Ann Allen

In this photo released by the Iranian Presidency Office, President Ebrahim Raisi attends a meeting with his Azeri counterpart Ilham Aliyev during the inauguration ceremony of dam of Qiz Qalasi, or Castel of Girl in Azeri, at the border of Iran and Azerbaijan, Sunday, May 19, 2024. (Credit: Iranian Presidency Office via AP.)

Pope sends condolences for death of Iranian president, foreign minister

May 21, 2024
Elise Ann Allen

Top Franciscan appeals to friars to stay in Holy Land despite threats

Apr 20, 2024
Elise Ann Allen

Israeli Iron Dome air defense system launches to intercept missiles fired from Iran, in central Israel, Sunday, April 14, 2024. Iran launched its first direct military attack against Israel on Saturday. Israel says more than 300 drones, cruise and ballistic missiles are launched by Iran, an extraordinary assault that is thwarted almost entirely by Israel’s aerial defense array and a coalition of countries repelling the onslaught. (Credit: Tomer Neuberg/AP.)

Franciscan priest in Holy Land says war has become ‘way of life’

Apr 17, 2024
Crux Staff

Israeli Iron Dome air defense system launches to intercept missiles fire from Iran, in central Israel, Sunday, April 14, 2024. Iran launched its first direct military attack against Israel on Saturday. (Credit: Tomer Neuberg/AP.)

New York cardinal forced to take shelter amid Iranian attack on Israel

Apr 15, 2024
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Israel urges Pope to be ‘loud’ on hostages, criticizes engagement with Iran

Nov 8, 2023
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Vatican’s natural affinity with Iran, Shia Islam may be key to Gaza drama

Nov 7, 2023
John L. Allen Jr.

Pope speaks with Iran president, confirms call for ceasefire

Nov 6, 2023
Elise Ann Allen

Oilman skeptical of US emblematic of reputations revived in Francis era

Aug 15, 2023
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