Addressing the 79th UN General Assembly on conventional weapons, the Vatican's Permanent Observer reiterates the Holy See’s reprobation for record-high military spending and the plea for its reduction and against developing new deadly weapon technologies

Addressing COP29 on behalf of Pope Francis and the Holy See, Cardinal Pietro Parolin urged urgent climate action, linking environmental protection to peace, justice, and global solidarity, and warning that indifference enables injustice

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors released its first report; after 10 years of extensive research across five continents, it identifies progress in best practices and steps to be take, calls for more transparency and rigorous response

The Baldacchino above the tomb of St. Peter was inaugurated after nine months of restoration; from 27 October to 8 December, the ancient Chair of St. Peter will be displayed at the foot of the High Altar before being reinstalled in Bernini's bronze throne

The Pope, addressing the role of women in the Church, encouraged Jesuits "not to be afraid of anything" considering that the role of women is changing