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The Russian Orthodox Leader at the Core of Putin’s Ambitions
Patriarch Kirill I has provided spiritual cover for the invasion of Ukraine, reaping vast resources for his church in return. Now, in an extraordinary step, the E.U. is threatening him with sanctions.
Pope Approved Secret Deal to Free Abducted Nun, Cardinal Says
A formerly top-ranking cardinal testified Thursday that the pope said he could spend up to one million euros to secure the release of a nun kidnapped by Islamic militants.
As Ambassadors Left Town, the Pope’s Emissary Remained in Kyiv
Through shelling, street fights in the suburbs and the flight of thousands through Ukraine’s capital, the Vatican’s diplomatic mission stayed put.
Pope Speaks of Ukraine’s Suffering on ‘an Easter of War’
In his blessing to pilgrims, Pope Francis quoted a manifesto against nuclear weapons and said conflict in Europe should bring increased attention to violence around the world.
Pope Calls for Peace in Ukraine on What He Called ‘Easter of War’
Instead of learning from the heavy toll taken by the pandemic, and emerging with strengthened solidarity, rivalry had prevailed, the pope said.
Pope Francis Alludes to Putin’s Role in War on Ukraine
Francis’ remarks during a trip to Malta were the closest he has come to pinning the war in Ukraine on President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia.
Pope Blames a ‘Potentate’ for Casting ‘Dark Shadows of War’ on Ukraine
Francis’ remarks during a trip to Malta were the closest he has come to pinning the war in Ukraine on President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia.
Pope Francis alludes to Putin’s bringing ‘dark shadows of war’ to Ukraine.
The pope also said in response to a reporter’s question on a papal flight to Malta that a possible visit to Kyiv was “on the table.”
How Catholics Avoided Paying Millions in Reparations for Residential Schools
During its final weeks in office, the previous Conservative government reached a deal allowing the church to walk away from most of its obligations.