Election of first Latin American pope stuns analysts
Analysts expected a more conservative choice
An Arab pope?
By George Richards The surprising resignation by Pope Benedict XVI triggered feverish speculation…
Benedict XVI steps down as pope
The former pope Benedict will now be known as 'Roman pontiff emeritus',…
Emotional Pope says God asked him to retire
Tens of thousands of supporters turned out for the historic prayers ahead…
Mekki appointed new ambassador to Vatican
President Morsi had originally appointed former Prosecutor General Abdel Meguid Mahmoud, who…
World voices respect for pope’s surprise resignation
Pope Benedict XVI's resignation decision was surprising yet respectable
Pope says will resign on Feb 28: Vatican
Says his age prevents him from carrying out his duties
Mekki new ambassador to the Vatican
The position of ambassador to the Vatican, recently refused by former prosecutor-general,…
Prosecutor general investigates Al-Erian statements
Former ruling party deputy chairman said presidency had Abdel Meguid Mahmoud on…
Pope’s butler goes on trial in ‘Vatileaks’ scandal
Charged with leaking confidential Vatican memos