Leo completed the rite of passage for every new pope by travelling across Rome to the Qurinale Palace for a meeting with President Sergio Mattarella.

The Olympic Games showcase the best of humanity, highlighting the values that unite us as one human family. This is the powerful message that will resonate from Italy to the world. In 100 days, Italy ...

Recalling Pope Leo’s consistent messages of peace since his election, the Italian president said political leaders have the responsibility to 'reject the glorification of conflict' and 'foster ...

Pope Leo XIV walks with Italian President Sergio Mattarella during an official welcoming ceremony at the Quirinal Palace in Rome Oct. 14, 2025. The event marked the pope’s first state visit since the ...

Pope Leo XIV makes an official visit to Italian President Sergio Mattarella at the Quirinal Palace in Rome Oct. 14, 2025. (Credit: Vatican Media). ROME – In his first visit to Italian President Sergio ...

Three years after winning power, Giorgia Meloni has consolidated her position at the helm of Italian politics, defying the ...