How China will influence the next pontiff after Pope Francis’ pivot to Asia
With the conclave to choose his successor looking less Eurocentric than ever, Pope Francis’ intense pastoral and diplomatic activity to build a bridge with Asia is set to continue. Read…
MEPs urge Greek prime minister to crack down on Russia’s shadow fleet
Selling old ships to Russia is a “completely irresponsible business practice”, a group of MEPs has told the Greek prime minister. Read More
Syria’s foreign minister to appear at UN Security Council in first US visit since al-Assad’s fall
The Trump administration has yet to officially recognise the current Syrian government, led by Ahmad al-Sharaa, an Islamist former insurgent who led the offensive that toppled Assad. Read more at…
Iran and US to resume high-stakes talks in Oman on Saturday to revive nuclear deal
Donald Trump has threatened air strikes if no deal is reached, while Iran hints it may pursue nuclear weapons with its growing uranium stockpile. Read more at Read More
Footage shows Istanbul tremor as aftershocks continue
Moments captured on video show the impact of a 6.2-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Silivri in the Sea of Marmara on 23 April. Read more at Read…
Belfast rappers Kneecap and singer Kehlani receive backlash in US over support of Palestine
Kneecap and Kehlani face backlash in the US for their pro-Palestinian support, with the Irish rap group’s Coachella performance and the American singer’s cancelled Cornell University concert drawing criticism. Read…
High-ranking Russian general killed in suspected car bombing near Moscow
Lieutenant General Yaroslav Moskalik died in a car blast in the city of Balashikha, some 15 kilometres from the Russian capital. Investigators suspect explosives and have opened a criminal investigation.…
Mural in Rome questions funeral guests for Pope Francis
A new mural by street artist Laika has appeared near the Vatican, drawing attention for its satirical take on world leaders expected to attend the upcoming funeral of Pope Francis.…
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Chief Rabbi of Rome lauds Pope Francis for his ‘openness and warmth’
While acknowledging past disagreements, Riccardo Di Segni told Euronews that respectful dialogue has been central to their interactions. Read More