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Trump reacts to AI pope illustration backlash
(MENAFN) Former President Donald Trump has brushed off criticism surrounding a viral AI-generated image showing him in papal attire, claiming that the backlash is fueled by the "fake news media" rather than the Catholic community. The image, which...

Media reports Macron accuses of middling in papal conclave
(MENAFN) Several conservative Italian news outlets have accused French President Emmanuel Macron of attempting to sway the upcoming papal conclave in favor of a French candidate. The reports emerged following Macron’s meetings with cardinal...

Trump posts pictures of himself as pope
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has shared an AI-generated image portraying himself as the pope, just days after joking about taking on the role. The digitally altered photo, posted Saturday on his Truth Social platform, shows Trump dressed...

Ghribi 'Rich countries should stop investing in weapons'
VATICAN CITY, VATICAN CITY, February 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- An appeal “to countries that have great wealth” to reduce military spending and invest more in healthcare, promoting greater equality and justice. This was the request of Kamel...

President Lai and President Surangel S. Whipps, Jr. of Palau hold bilateral talks and witness signing of cooperation agreements
TAIWAN, May 20 - Details 2025-05-20 President Lai hosts state banquet for President Surangel Whipps Jr. of Republic of Palau On the evening of May 20, President Lai Ching-te, accompanied by Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao, hosted a state banquet at...

Trump says ‘I’d like to be pope’
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump made a lighthearted remark about wanting to become the next pope when asked about potential successors to the recently deceased Pope Francis. “I’d like to be pope. That would be my number one choice,” Trump...

Trump makes allegations regarding Zelensky being ready to ‘give up’ Crimea
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky may now be willing to accept Russia's control over Crimea as part of a broader peace agreement. This comes despite Zelensky's repeated public assertions...

Moscow reveals specifics of recent contact with US
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone conversation on Sunday, focusing heavily on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. According to a statement from Russia’s Foreign Ministry on Monday,...

White House gets ready for probable Trump-Kim discussions
(MENAFN) The Biden administration is reportedly exploring a possible revival of diplomatic talks between U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, echoing the high-level engagements from Trump’s first term, according to...

Trump Expresses Disappointment Over Russian Attacks
(MENAFN) On Sunday, U.S. Leader Donald Trump expressed his "very disappointed" stance regarding Russia's ongoing missile attacks on Ukraine, which are taking place despite ongoing peace discussions. Speaking to the press before boarding Air Force...

Trump Blames Putin for Prolonging War
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump has accused Russian Leader Vladimir Putin of attacking Ukrainian “civilian areas” without justification and showing no intention of “stopping the war.” Trump further warned Moscow of potential new...

Trump Suggests Zelensky May Be Willing to Give up Crimea
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump recently expressed his belief that Ukraine’s Leader Vladimir Zelensky has come to the realization that acknowledging Crimea as part of Russia could be necessary for securing peace with Moscow. Zelensky...

JMU expert available to discuss the legacy of Pope Francis, upcoming conclave
HARRISONBURG, Va., April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pope Francis died April 21 at the age of 88. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in 1936 in Argentina, he was the first pope from Latin America. Following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, Pope...

April 22, 2025, Earth Action Day, Rome - Ara Pacis
Global Geopolitical Crossroads Meet Climate Action in Rome: A Must-Cover Media Event ROME, ITALY, April 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the world navigates a pivotal year for renewed global climate commitments and Italy occupies a crucial...

Italy, Argentina Postpone Football Matches Following Pope Francis' Death
(MENAFN) Football matches in Italy and Argentina were postponed on Monday following the passing of Pope Francis at 88. In Italy, Serie A officials rescheduled four matches initially set for Easter Monday. Torino vs. Udinese, Cagliari vs....

Statement from Javier Palomarez, President & CEO of the USHBC, on the Passing of His Holiness Pope Francis
WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In response to the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, Javier Palomarez, President & CEO of the United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC), is offering his condolences...

Funeral Mass of Pope Franscis gets declared
(MENAFN) The funeral Mass for Pope Francis will take place on Saturday, April 26, in St. Peter’s Square, as announced by the Holy See Press Office on Tuesday. The ceremony will be led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, the Dean of the College of...

AMMWEC Mourns the Passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, A Champion of Interfaith Dialogue
WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women's Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) expresses profound sorrow at the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at the age...

UN Chief Expresses Condolences over Pope Francis’ Death
(MENAFN) On Monday, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his sympathy following the death of Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church. In a statement, Guterres stated, "I join the world in mourning the passing of His Holiness...

Trump, Melania Plan to Attend Pope Francis’ Funeral
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump, accompanied by his wife Melania, is set to journey to Rome to participate in the funeral of Pope Francis. This will mark his inaugural international trip since assuming office in January. “We look...