Pope Leo

Pope Urges Release of Reporters Held for 'Seeking Truth'

Pope Leo XIV called on Monday for the release of journalists jailed "for seeking and reporting the truth" and warned reporters against using their words to fan hatred. The former Robert Francis Prevost, the first US pope, was speaking at an introductory audience with the media after being elected by cardinals in a secret conclave on ...

Reactions to the election of Pope Leo XIV

Worldwide reaction to the election of the new pope, the American Leo XIV, has been swift.   President Donald Trump on Thursday hailed the election of new Pope Leo XIV, the first pontiff from the United States, as a "great honor" for the country. "Congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who was just named Pope. It ...