Vatican

The Vatican, the central governing body of the Roman Catholic Church, is currently led by Pope Leo XIV. Recent news highlights the Vatican's engagement with various global issues. Pope Leo has made appeals for a world free from antisemitism and persecution, particularly honoring Holocaust victims. He also urged Christians to treat foreigners with kindness and called for dialogue to address global conflicts in his Christmas message. The Vatican, under Pope Leo, has been critical of certain US foreign policies, warning of the risk of global suffering. The Vatican also supported pro-life initiatives, showcasing a Nativity scene highlighting babies not aborted due to outreach programs. Pope Leo XIV recently concluded his first foreign trip to the Middle East, including a visit to conflict-torn Lebanon, demonstrating the Vatican's continued commitment to addressing humanitarian crises and promoting peace on an international scale.