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Pope sends medicine and heaters to Ukraine

As Ukraine endures its fourth brutal winter of war, Pope Leo XIV has stepped in to answer a desperate plea from local bishops, sending a truckload of critical medical supplies and electric heaters to those most in need.

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Pope: We are all seekers of God and His love

In the February edition of the Piazza San Pietro magazine, Pope Leo XIV responds to Rocco, who struggles with believing in God, and emphasizes that the real issue with faith is not to believe or not in God, but in seeking Him.

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Ukraine: A dark anniversary amid the rubble of a decade-long conflict

Faced with a conflict that shows no sign of abating, 2025 became the most tragic year for Ukrainian civilians. As Moscow intensifies pressure on critical infrastructure, Ukraine’s Churches raise a united voice against ongoing violations of human rights.

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Pope Leo XIV: Only peaceful hearts can build just and lasting peace

We publish the text of Pope Leo XIV’s new introduction to the book “Peace Be with You!” published by HarperCollins and available in bookstores in the United States and English-speaking countries starting February 24, which is the English-language version of the volume “E pace sia!” published in August 2025 by the Vatican Publishing House.

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Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine: Amid pain of war, we keep a gaze of hope

In an interview with Vatican News marking the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas speaks about how amidst the growing intensity of the conflict, Ukrainians remain resilient and continue to help one another without losing hope.

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St. John Theristus: Saint of the Day for Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Benedictine monk, called Theristus or �Harvester.� He was of Calabrian lineage, born in Sicily. His mother was a slave of the Saracens. John escaped at a young age and became a monk.

Lodwar: In Kenya’s desert diocese, the joy of the Gospel endures amid hardship

In the vast, sun-scorched plains of northwestern Kenya, where distances are long and life is fragile, the Church continues her mission of presence and hope.

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Four years of destruction in Ukraine

Four years after Russia’s invasion, Ukrainians live amidst destruction, fear, and resilience. Mediation efforts have yet to deliver results, while Europe’s weakness is on full display. This fourth anniversary is a call for the international community to get back to building peace.

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Ukraine four years on: ‘It is a living paschal story’

On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Vatican News speaks to the Archbishop of Philadelphia of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church about the perseverance, faith, and courage of the Ukrainian people, even in the midst “of great suffering.”

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Lenten Retreat: Bishop Varden reflects on 'becoming free'

Bishop Erik Varden delivers his fourth reflection at the Spiritual Exercises in the Vatican for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and heads of Dicasteries, focusing on the theme: “Becoming Free.” The following is a summary of his reflection.

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