Global Crises
Pope Francis was often mocked for railing against current wars
From Gaza to Ukraine, the Pontiff was consistent in his pursuit of peace, which drew fire from certain sectors
April 25, 2025
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Global Crises
Pope Francis' legacy of inter-faith diplomacy
After similar outreach to Sunnis, the pontiff's 2021 meeting with Shia's Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani transcended boundaries and fostered co-existence
April 21, 2025
Asia-Pacific
With China, the Pope isn't just virtue signaling
The Vatican is wielding diplomacy now in the toughest of places. What's next?
December 07, 2023
Europe
When God’s diplomat meets a hellish war
The Pope has faced a ton of criticism for his stances toward Ukraine. But could his neutral approach help end the brutal conflict?
September 05, 2022
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