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IFAD President: Agriculture can be a tool for peace and hope

In an interview with Vatican News, the President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development speaks about the importance of investing in rural communities as they are the source of food for their own communities and the wider world.

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Cardinal Parolin in Kuwait: May clergy and faithful be witnesses of hope

During his first day in Kuwait, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin meets with the clergy, religious, and faithful of the Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia, inviting them to be witnesses of hope in society.

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Cardinal Parolin visits Kuwait to strengthen friendship bonds and cooperation

In a joint statement, the Holy See and the State of Kuwait emphasize the importance of mutual respect and peaceful coexistence among religions, at the start of Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin's visit.

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Pope Leo meets families of victims of Crans-Montana fire

Pope Leo XIV meets with family members of those killed in a tragic fire that struck Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on New Year's Day, and offers words of faith and consolation.

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Bishop of Dedza addresses the dangers of gambling among Malawi’s youth

Lured by advertising, easy mobile access, and hopes of quick money in an economically struggling country, gambling and betting are becoming a growing crisis among Africa’s youth. The situation is leading many young Africans toward addiction, financial ruin, and mental health challenges. In some parts of Malawi, young people have even turned to betting as a means of survival.

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Pope praises press freedom in message to Italian newspaper

Pope Leo XIV sends his best wishes for the 50th anniversary of the Italian newspaper La Repubblica, expressing his hope that the press will “always promote communication that is free and dialogical, animated by the search for truth and without prejudice.”

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Sri Lanka Church works to ‘keep hope alive’ after devastating floods

The Catholic Church in Sri Lanka has mobilized nationwide humanitarian and pastoral support to help communities recover from deadly floods caused by Cyclone Ditwah, which killed more than 600 people and affected millions late last year.

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Open Doors: Number of Christians persecuted worldwide rises to 388 million

As Open Doors releases its World Watch List 2026, reporting a new record in violence against Christians, Cristian Nani, the association’s director, tells Vatican News that many of the victims were women and minors, noting particular concern for sub-Saharan Africa.

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Archbishop Grušas: Pray for peace during Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Amid ongoing threats to peace worldwide, Archbishop Gintaras Grušas, President of the Council of European Bishops’ Conferences, invites Christians to pray for peace during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, held annually on 18-25 January.

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Philippines: Record number of people attend Black Nazarene celebrations

Almost 10 million people attend the Masses and procession for this year's Feast of the Black Nazarene —one of the most popular Christian festivals in Asia—in Manila.

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