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Gun found in abandoned suitcase before papal visit to Trieste, Italy
According to Italian press, less than 24 hours after the pope’s arrival, the police discovered a Czech-made semiautomatic pistol inside... Read more
U.S. bishops urge more federal security funds for houses of worship, nonprofits
The U.S. bishops are asking Congress to provide $200 million in federal funds for grants that improve security for houses... Read more
Pope Francis on G7 Summit: Nuclear deterrence offers ‘only an illusion of peace’
In Hiroshima, G7 leaders issued their first-ever statement on nuclear disarmament, with a special focus on Russia. Read more
European basilicas amp up security after recent terror attacks
From Spain's revered Sagrada Familia basilica to Germany and even the Vatican, churches across Europe are taking measures to increase... Read more
Catholic leaders: Refugee ban actually harms national security
Rather than protecting U.S. interests, recent executive orders restricting immigrants and refugees could actually pose a threat to national security,... Read more
Siblings arrested in cyberattack that compromised Vatican computers
Two arrests have been made in a widespread cyber-attack that compromised communications of prominent Italian institutions and individuals, including the... Read more
Man rams car through police barrier into St. Peter's Square
A mentally ill man rammed his car through a police checkpoint at St. Peter’s Square on Friday evening, demanding to... Read more
No plans to raise security ahead of Pope's Albania visit
There are no plans to increase security for Pope Francis' Sept. 21 trip to Albania despite new reports of a... Read more
