Vatican Leadership & Inclusion: Pope Leo XIV named Italian economist Sister Alessandra Smerilli to head the Vatican office for migrants, environment and development, his first major promotion of a woman to senior Holy See leadership, with Cardinal Fabio Baggio appointed pro-prefect alongside her. Anti-Money-Laundering Oversight: The Pope approved an overhaul of the Vatican’s financial watchdog ASIF, reshaping governance into a management team with director and deputy director roles and aligning the rules with international compliance standards. AI Governance: The Holy See moved to coordinate AI use across its offices via a new interdicasterial commission, aiming to set shared priorities for responsible deployment. Charity Finance: Peter’s Pence 2025 disclosure put income at €57.6m and donations at €54.5m, supporting work in 74 countries. EU–Vatican Tensions: Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández accused the EU of selective sanctions and double standards on war, while Brussels largely declined to engage directly. Migration on the Ground: US-Mexico border bishops held Border Mass 250 in Nogales, pairing prayer and processions with a clear call to accompany migrants. Disaster Relief & Solidarity: Vatican coverage highlighted ongoing rescue efforts after Venezuela’s quakes, with Church leaders urging international support as casualties climb. Business & Economy Watch: Xylem announced executive leadership appointments effective July 1, signaling continued restructuring in water measurement and control. Climate Pressure: Europe’s heatwave kept driving public-health and wildfire concerns, underscoring the economic and human costs of extreme weather.