The black smoke caught everyone off guard, including ourselves and an ex-US presidential hopeful

‘There are some big financial problems, and Cardinal Timothy Dolan can raise money,’ said Rick Santorum.

Explainer: When will we see the white smoke and a new pope?

If recent conclaves are anything to go by, we could see the new pope later today.

‘No chance of sanctions’: We asked all 14 Irish MEPs for their view on the EU’s response to Israel

As members of the EU prepare to celebrate Europe Day, we asked Irish MEPs to reflect on the bloc’s response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Ireland's support for EU membership remains strong, but poll reveals it's dropped to lowest level

​Explainer: The violent history that has nuclear nations India and Pakistan on the brink of war

The conflict between India and Pakistan originates from disputes over the territory of Kashmir.

DFA issues travel warning to citizens heading to India and Pakistan amid soaring tensions

‘Not conservative or liberal, but holy’: What are Vatican insiders looking for from the next pope?

‘I don’t know if they’re looking for conservative, liberal, progressive, traditional, fat or thin.. I think they’re just looking for someone holy.’

India launches series of missile attacks on Pakistan and Kashmir

Nine ‘terrorist infrastructure’ sites were targeted by Indian armed forces, officials said.

Israel's nine-week blockade on Gaza is 'clearly' a war crime, says Taoiseach

Martin also said it was “wholly unacceptable” that Israel is planning the mass displacement of people in Gaza.