Monsignor Hilarion Capucci had a history of activism linked to Middle East conflicts

Bishop Antoine Audo of Aleppo asked people to approach the 'shattered city as if we were coming to the stable in Bethlehem'

The Vatican has released the Pontiff's annual message for the World Day of Peace

Patriarch Kirill led a sanctifying ceremony in the Saint Trinity Church

France's diversity should be regarded as an opportunity to build a better world, Francis said

Liberal elites are paying the price for sidelining religious liberty. But Catholics must not leave the fightback to maverick populists

The leaders said that additional funding will help respond to crises 'that don't make the headlines'

The priest faces a fine for blessing mayoral candidates at a Mass