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Rabbi ‘optimistic’ about relations with Catholic Church under Pope Leo
An American rabbi has voiced optimism for Catholic-Jewish relations after the election of Pope Leo XIV, saying his ...
What we know about Pope Francis donating popemobile to children in Gaza before he died
Pope Francis donated a "popemobile," one of the vehicles he used for transportation, to a Catholic relief organization to ...
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Israel's muted response to Pope Francis's death signals tensions over Gaza
All of this has been seen in Israel and elsewhere as a sign of the Israeli government's displeasure with Pope Francis's impassioned remarks on the war in Gaza. Belatedly and somewhat ...
The Next Pope Inherits New Tension With Jewish Community Over Israel
Amid the tributes that flowed in after Pope Francis’ death, a note of reservation stood out: Many Jews in Israel and elsewhere had mixed feelings about the Argentine pontiff.
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A deleted condolence after pope's death revealed tension between Israel and the Vatican
JERUSALEM — Hours after Pope Francis’ death was announced, Israel's Foreign Ministry posted a short message on X: “Rest in peace, Pope Francis. May his memory be a blessing." Several hours ...
US Vice President Vance invites Pope Leo, an American, to visit home
U.S. Vice President JD Vance met on Monday at the Vatican with Pope Leo XIV, the first leader of the global Catholic Church ...
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Meeting Jewish leaders, Pope Leo acknowledges challenges, reaffirms dialogue
Christian dialogue must continue even when facing challenges and disagreements, during a special audience at the Vatican with ...