Pope Francis' trip to South Korea and his upcoming travels to Sri Lanka and the Philippines express the church's interest in Asia.

Pope Francis visited Italy's largest war memorial to mark the centenary of World War I, Sept. 13.

Inaugurating a worldwide online network for young people of all faiths and cultures, Pope Francis answered questions from participants around the world.

Pope Francis met with soccer stars, including Diego Maradona of Argentina, ahead of a game promoting peace and inter-religious dialogue.

On his last day in South Korea, Pope Francis celebrated Mass and prayed for a reconciled Korean peninsula.

On his first day in South Korea, Pope Francis underlined the importance of peace on the Korean peninsula.

Aboard the papal plane from Seoul to Rome, Pope Francis spoke about the need for the international community to "stop" the Islamic State.

On his second day in South Korea, Pope Francis addressed a gathering of Asian youths.

South Koreans discuss hopes, expectations of Pope Francis' visit.

Pope Francis called the crisis in Iraq an offense against God and humanity during his Angelus address August 10.