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US bars Palestinian leader Abbas from UN as allies back statehood
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US bars Palestinian leader Abbas from UN as allies back statehood

Palestinian and European officials condemn the move; Washington cites security and policy grounds for visa bans

Robert Francis Prevost becomes first US pope as Leo XIV
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Robert Francis Prevost becomes first US pope as Leo XIV

Robert Francis Prevost was elected on the second day of the conclave, as thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square to witness the historic moment

All eyes on Sistine Chapel chimney as conclave enters day two
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All eyes on Sistine Chapel chimney as conclave enters day two

First ballot fails to secure two-thirds majority, resulting in black smoke rising over St Peter's Square

Conclave to elect new pope starts on May 7, Vatican says
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Conclave to elect new pope starts on May 7, Vatican says

Some 135 cardinals, all under the age of 80 and from across the world, are eligible to take part in the conclave

Trump, Zelensky had ‘very productive’ meeting at Pope’s funeral: White House
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Trump, Zelensky had ‘very productive’ meeting at Pope’s funeral: White House

Trump mingled with world leaders at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, but his meeting with Zelensky drew the most attention as he seeks a peace deal with Russia