Pope
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Pope Leo to visit Turkey, Lebanon on first overseas trip
TEHRAN, Nov. 27 (MNA) – Pope Leo will make his debut overseas trip as leader of the Catholic church on Thursday, travelling on a six-day mission of peace and unity to Turkey and Lebanon.
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New pope calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza
TEHRAN, May 11 (MNA) – Pope Leo XIV has called for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
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Iran Embassy to Vatican congratulates new Pope on election
TEHRAN, May 09 (MNA) – The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Vatican, in a message, congratulated the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Provost as the new Pope and leader of the world's Catholic Church.
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Conclave to select Pope Francis’ successor has begun
TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) — The cardinals, including those who will not vote, have gathered in St. Peter's Basilica for the Mass 'Pro eligendo Romano Pontifice', which marks the opening of the Conclave to select Pope Francis' successor.
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Pope in the world of books
TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – The late Pope Francis has produced a range of written works, including personal narratives, religious writings, and insights on societal matters. The only book he has authored specifically for children is "Dear Pope Francis.
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Almost 130,000 people bid farewell to Pope Francis in Rome
TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Almost 130,000 people have visited St. Peter’s Basilica to pay their final respects to Pope Francis since Wednesday.
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Pope Francis passes away
TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican has announced.
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Pope Francis leaves hospital after 1st public appearance
TEHRAN, Mar. 23 (MNA) – Pope Francis has left Gemelli University Hospital in Rome, shortly after making his first public appearance following a five-week long hospitalization.
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Pope Francis to stay in hospital for time being
TEHRAN, Mar. 16 (MNA) – The discharge of Pope Francis, who has been hospitalized with pneumonia since February 14, is not yet expected, Vatican sources say.
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Pope Francis needs non-invasive mechanical ventilation
TEHRAN, Mar. 05 (MNA) – Pope Francis’s health condition is stable, but he needs non-invasive mechanical ventilation in the nighttime, the Vatican said.