During his trips abroad, the pope's security is taken care of by the Pontifical Swiss Guard and the Vatican Gendarmerie, in collaboration with local law enforcement.

When Pope Francis escaped two attempts on his life during 2021 Iraq visit

Pope Francis says he escaped two attempts on his life during 2021 Iraq visit

Pope Francis deplores state of democracy amid France vote, warns against ‘populists’

Pope Francis highlights in an open speech the value of protecting physical connection and love in the face of addictive behaviors brought on by porn.

There needs to be distinction between love and lust: Pope Francis

Sexual pleasure a gift from God but avoid porn, says Pope Francis

Pope Francis on Sunday defended a landmark decision approving blessings for same-sex couples, suggesting that those in the Catholic Church who have resisted it have jumped to "ugly conclusions" because they do not understand it.

Pope defends conditional same-sex blessings decision, says those against have misunderstood it

Pope Francis has made some controversial remarks on surrogacy. He has called it "deplorable" and urged for a global ban on the assisted reproductive technology. Is this practice really deplorable or is it simply a matter of choice?

Gravitas: Pope Francis calls surrogacy deplorable

the Vatican City which has urged Bishops in high-profile Catholic leaders to tone down their comments on social media the vatican's communication department has issued guidelines to tame the toxicity on Twitter and other social media platforms now the appeal to all Catholics is part of a 20-page a document it's called the Pastoral reflection it emphasized that some remarks were causing divisions stirring up unnecessary arguments that harm the entire church the document also did not mince words when it came to the dangers of fake news online abuse it highlighted how people have become Commodities with their personal data being sold without their consent the Vatican condemned the rising polarization and extremism on social media labeling it as digital tribalism

Pope Francis warning on smartphone addiction, Vatican issues social media guidelines for Catholics

In a historic reform, Pope Francis has allowed women to vote at a global bishops' meeting. Is Pope Francis the reformer the Vatican has been waiting for? molly gambhir reports.

Pope Francis allows women to vote at Bishops' meet

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all latest news and top headlines from all across the globe. According to the Vatican, Pope Francis needs to spend a few days in the hospital in Rome due to a respiratory ailment. The 86-year-old has recently developed respiratory problems, according to a statement. US slams Myanmar's ruling Junta

Pope Francis in hospital for respiratory problems; US slams Myanmar's ruling Junta

'Peace is more powerful than war': Pope Francis ends epic Iraq tour

Pope Francis is in Iraq for a landmark 4-day tour. This is Pope's 1st international trip since the COVID-19 pandemic started. He visited an ancient church torched by the Islamic State group.

Pope's Iraq Visit: Pope Francis honours conflict victims in Mosul

Pope Francis is in Iraq for a landmark four-day tour. This is Pope's first international trip since the COVID-19 pandemic started. Pope Francis will visit the former ISIS stronghold Mosul on Sunday. Pope will also meet the local Christian community.

Pope Francis will visit the former ISIS stronghold Mosul on Sunday

Pope Francis has arrived in Iraq on a visit to rally the country's dwindling Christian community after decades of war.

Pope Francis arrives in Baghdad

Pope Francis delivered an early Mass Thursday to a small congregation at St Peter's Basilica to comply with Italy's 10 p.m. curfew.

Pope Francis celebrates Mass in near-empty service