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Soft power bounces back

Today 00:40 Amid an economy slipping into recession, Pope Leo XIV reminded President Milei that austerity has its victims who cannot be ignored and that human beings cannot be subordinated to the economy.

BEYOND THE HEADLINES

Does pope rhyme with hope?

Today 00:01 One suspects that the Pope would not select the Palermo Mass as the key chapter of his Argentine sojourn but rather his visit earlier that morning to the Cottolengo Don Orione home in Claypole for the disabled and those with special needs.

by Michael Soltys

POLITICS & THE POPE

Pope delivers pointed messages to Milei on economy, jobs and disabled

12-11-2026 14:26 The Casa Rosada has given the papal visit a positive assessment. But over four days, the Catholic pontiff delivered some tough messages that directly challenge the Milei government’s political and economic agenda.

by Pablo Varela

POLITICS & THE POPE

Pope Leo Mass ‘VIP tent’ scandal heads to the courts

12-11-2026 01:11 Criminal complaints seek investigations into the allocation of exclusive spaces at Pope Leo XIV's Mass and US$14 million in direct government contracts; Questions mount over political responsibility and public spending.

PAPAL VISIT

Emotional Milei bids farewell to Pope as Leo departs for Peru

11-11-2026 15:01 Pope Leo XIV’s successful visit ended with a Mass attended by huge crowds in front of the Basilica of Our Lady of Luján, which drew more than three million worshippers.

PAPAL VISIT

Anger over VIP tents and privileges at Pope Leo's Mass

10-11-2026 23:44 Church unhappy with the VIP tents for the ‘caste’; Thousands of worshippers endured long waits in the sun while celebrities, politicians and business leaders were given access to exclusive areas with catering and other comforts.

PAPAL VISIT

Pope Leo says age, ill health cannot 'extinguish' his zeal

10-11-2026 23:23 Pope delights public in Córdoba with energetic visit; Leo warns youngsters not to obsess over looks, money or popularity during evening vigil.

Papal visit

Pope Leo celebrates Mass before estimated 2.5 million people in Buenos Aires

09-11-2026 19:07 Leo XIV draws the largest crowd of his pontificate in Buenos Aires, where he also calls for greater protection of vulnerable people and defends workers' rights.

PAPAL VISIT

Pope says a nation judged by how it treats disabled citizens

09-11-2026 09:53 Leo says disabled people were "not a burden on society" but "a blessing."

PAPAL VISIT

Crowds line streets as Pope visits care home for disabled

09-11-2026 09:11 Thousands gather to welcome Leo XIV as he visits a residential care centre amid a heated debate over state funding for people with disabilities.

PAPAL VISIT

Milei pushes back against Pope Leo's call for dialogue

08-11-2026 22:35 President says he is willing to engage in dialogue with different sectors but accuses opposition of trying to undermine economic stability.

PAPAL VISIT

Argentina prepares for historic Pope Leo XIV visit

06-11-2026 00:46 First papal visit to the country in 39 years; Pontiff to be welcomed by Milei upon arrival; Leo’s speeches expected to address issues including inequality, the Church's social doctrine and artificial intelligence.

CATHOLIC CHURCH

Activists call on Pope to expel abusers ahead of Latin America tour

05-11-2026 21:23 Activists rally in Lima to call on Pope Leo XIV to expel sexual abusers from the Catholic church.

PAPAL VISIT

Quirno confirms details of Pope Leo’s visit to Argentina

04-11-2026 13:23 Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno finalises details with the Vatican’s advance guard; Two nationwide broadcasts and VP Villarruel makes the cut, despite Milei tensions; Central mass in Palermo and the meeting in Palacio Libertad will be transmitted to nation.

PAPAL VISIT

Pope in Argentina: Leo to take the journey Francis never took

04-11-2026 10:33 Papal visit will serve as consolation for Francis no-show; Late pontiff never returned to his homeland, preferring not to be seen endorsing a political party or movement.

PAPAL VISIT

Papal visit to put spotlight on disability care debate

03-11-2026 12:11 Pontiff will meet residents at Cottolengo Don Orione, where preparations are under way for a visit that coincides with a heated debate over state support.