An archbishop who inspected the Medjugorje shrine believes the Vatican will recognize the Marian apparitions, but Pope Francis has said of them, "This is not the mother of Jesus."

The pope’s World Day of Migrants and Refugees message marks a break from past years.

“We carry in our hearts the pain of the acts of terrorism that in these last days have caused numerous victims.”

The pope denounced the attack as “a grave offence against the Creator.”

A van drove into a pedestrian zone killing at least 12 people and injuring more than 80 others.

After reciting the Angelus prayer on the feast of the Assumption, the pope asked Mary to obtain "for everyone consolation and a future of serenity and harmony."