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Pope Francis in Malta

Francis has not spoken to Putin since outbreak of war, defends Vatican's cautious diplomatic approach

by Christopher White
Apr 3, 2022

On the press conference aboard the papal plane, Francis addressed the Vatican's diplomatic approach to Russia after its invasion of Ukraine, and his own health struggles.  

Pope Francis to Malta: Remember your heritage and welcome migrants

by Christopher White
Apr 3, 2022

Pope Francis wrapped up his two-day trip to the Mediterranean island of Malta  April 3 by urging a spirit of hospitality in welcoming new arrivals from Africa and the Middle East. 

In Malta, Pope Francis criticizes those responsible for Ukraine war, forced migration

by Christopher White
Apr 2, 2022

Pope Francis, while visiting an island rife with tensions over migration, delivered a blistering criticism on April 2 of the "infantile" and "nationalist interests" that have displaced over 10 million people in just over one month as a result of the war against Ukraine.

Pope Francis set to visit Malta as 'herald of mercy,' especially for migrants

by Christopher White
Mar 30, 2022

Nearly two years after COVID-19 derailed original plans for a trip to Malta, Pope Francis will visit the tiny island to reiterate one of the big themes of his papacy: welcoming migrants is a way to welcome Christ.