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Pope Leo XIV presides over the Christmas Eve Mass

Pope Leo XIV presides over the Christmas Eve Mass

Nuns dance and sing as they leave Mass. Pope Leo XIV presides over his first Christmas Eve Mass at the central altar of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, Italy, on December 24, 2025, during the solemn celebration that opens Christmas for the Catholic Church, reminding the faithful of the message of peace, hope, and the birth of Jesus. Photo by Marco Iacobucci/ IPA Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV presides over the Christmas Eve Mass

Pope Leo XIV presides over the Christmas Eve Mass

Nuns dance and sing as they leave Mass. Pope Leo XIV presides over his first Christmas Eve Mass at the central altar of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, Italy, on December 24, 2025, during the solemn celebration that opens Christmas for the Catholic Church, reminding the faithful of the message of peace, hope, and the birth of Jesus. Photo by Marco Iacobucci/ IPA Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV At Concert for the Poor - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV At Concert for the Poor - Vatican

Nuns await the concert. Pope Leo XIV attends the concert for the poor with Canadian singer Michael Steven Buble and Serena Autieri held in the Paul VI Hall in the Vatican. , on December 6, 2025. Photo by Marco Iacobucci/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Two former nuns of Belorado, offer statements to the press after arriving at the courts of Briviesca, on November 28, 2025, in Belorado, Burgos, Castilla y León, (Spain). The arrest is for alleged misappropriation of property catalogued as historical heritage in the monastery. An antique dealer has also been arrested, and a search has been carried out inside the monastery. Photo by Tomás Alonso / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Two former nuns of Belorado, offer statements to the press after arriving at the courts of Briviesca, on November 28, 2025, in Belorado, Burgos, Castilla y León, (Spain). The arrest is for alleged misappropriation of property catalogued as historical heritage in the monastery. An antique dealer has also been arrested, and a search has been carried out inside the monastery. Photo by Tomás Alonso / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Two former nuns of Belorado, arrive at the courts of Briviesca, on November 28, 2025, in Belorado, Burgos, Castilla y León, (Spain). The arrest is given for alleged misappropriation of goods cataloged as historical heritage in that monastery. An antique dealer has also been arrested, and a search has been carried out inside the monastery. Photo by Tomás Alonso / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Two former nuns of Belorado, arrive at the courts of Briviesca, on November 28, 2025, in Belorado, Burgos, Castilla y León, (Spain). The arrest is given for alleged misappropriation of goods cataloged as historical heritage in that monastery. An antique dealer has also been arrested, and a search has been carried out inside the monastery. Photo by Tomás Alonso / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Two former nuns of Belorado, offer statements to the press after arriving at the courts of Briviesca, on November 28, 2025, in Belorado, Burgos, Castilla y León, (Spain). The arrest is for alleged misappropriation of property catalogued as historical heritage in the monastery. An antique dealer has also been arrested, and a search has been carried out inside the monastery. Photo by Tomás Alonso / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Two former nuns of Belorado, arrive at the courts of Briviesca, on November 28, 2025, in Belorado, Burgos, Castilla y León, (Spain). The arrest is given for alleged misappropriation of goods cataloged as historical heritage in that monastery. An antique dealer has also been arrested, and a search has been carried out inside the monastery. Photo by Tomás Alonso / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Former Abbess of Belorado Arrested for Irregular Sale of Works of Art - Spain

Two former nuns of Belorado, arrive at the courts of Briviesca, on November 28, 2025, in Belorado, Burgos, Castilla y León, (Spain). The arrest is given for alleged misappropriation of goods cataloged as historical heritage in that monastery. An antique dealer has also been arrested, and a search has been carried out inside the monastery. Photo by Tomás Alonso / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A woman lights candles at a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Nuns gather and offer prayers at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A woman lights candles at a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Nuns gather and offer prayers at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Nuns gather and offer prayers at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A woman lights candles at a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A woman lights candles at a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Nuns gather and offer prayers at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Nuns gather and offer prayers at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Nuns gather and offer prayers at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A nun lights candles at a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Members of the Christian community gather around graves decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A woman sits beside a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Members of the Christian community gather around graves decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A nun lights candles at a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A woman lights incense sticks at a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Relatives gather around graves adorned with flowers and candles in Guwahati, India, on November 2, 2025. Millions of Christians worldwide observe All Souls’ Day to pray for the souls of deceased loved ones. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A woman lights candles at a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Members of the Christian community gather around graves decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Relatives gather around graves adorned with flowers and candles in Guwahati, India, on November 2, 2025. Millions of Christians worldwide observe All Souls’ Day to pray for the souls of deceased loved ones. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A woman lights candles at a grave decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Members of the Christian community gather around graves decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A devotee lights candles at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Members of the Christian community gather around graves decorated with flowers during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A Catholic priest blesses members of the Christian community at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Nuns gather and offer prayers at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Nuns gather and offer prayers at a cemetery during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

Guwahati Nuns Mark Solemn Day - India

A woman lights incense sticks at a grave covered with flower petals during All Souls’ Day observances in Guwahati, India, November 2, 2025. All Souls’ Day is a Christian holiday dedicated to honoring and praying for the souls of the departed. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leone XIV Celebrates Mass at Verano Cemetery - Rome

Pope Leone XIV Celebrates Mass at Verano Cemetery - Rome

Nuns and faithful pray and attend Mass on All Souls' Day, celebrated by Pope Leo XIV at the monumental entrance to the Verano Cemetery. Rome - Italy, November 2, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leone XIV Celebrates Mass at Verano Cemetery - Rome

Pope Leone XIV Celebrates Mass at Verano Cemetery - Rome

Nuns pray and attend Mass on the Day of the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, celebrated by Pope Leo XIV at the monumental entrance to the Verano Cemetery. Rome - Italy, November 2, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leone XIV Celebrates Mass at Verano Cemetery - Rome

Pope Leone XIV Celebrates Mass at Verano Cemetery - Rome

Nuns pray and attend Mass on the Day of the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, celebrated by Pope Leo XIV at the monumental entrance to the Verano Cemetery. Rome - Italy, November 2, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leone XIV Celebrates Mass at Verano Cemetery - Rome

Pope Leone XIV Celebrates Mass at Verano Cemetery - Rome

Nuns pray and attend Mass on the Day of the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, celebrated by Pope Leo XIV at the monumental entrance to the Verano Cemetery. Rome - Italy, November 2, 2025. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV presides over a Mass for the Jubilee of Consecrated Life - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV presides over a Mass for the Jubilee of Consecrated Life - Vatican

Nuns wait for the arrival of Pope Leo XIV for the audience with the participants in the Jubilee of Consecrated Life in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican on October 10, 2025 Photo by Maria Grazia Picciarella/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV presides over a Mass for the Jubilee of Consecrated Life - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV presides over a Mass for the Jubilee of Consecrated Life - Vatican

Nuns wait for the arrival of Pope Leo XIV for the audience with the participants in the Jubilee of Consecrated Life in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican on October 10, 2025 Photo by Maria Grazia Picciarella/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Leo XIV presides over a Mass for the Jubilee of Consecrated Life - Vatican

Pope Leo XIV presides over a Mass for the Jubilee of Consecrated Life - Vatican

Nuns wait for the arrival of Pope Leo XIV for the audience with the participants in the Jubilee of Consecrated Life in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican on October 10, 2025 Photo by Maria Grazia Picciarella/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mother Teresa Death Anniversary in Agartala - India

Mother Teresa Death Anniversary in Agartala - India

Nuns of the Missionaries of Charity read prayers during a ceremony at the Nirmala Sishu Bhavan orphanage in Agartala, Tripura, on September 5, 2025. The order gathered to mark Mother Teresa's death anniversary with prayer services and reflection. Photo by Abhisek Saha/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mother Teresa Death Anniversary in Agartala - India

Mother Teresa Death Anniversary in Agartala - India

Nuns of the Missionaries of Charity read prayers during a ceremony at the Nirmala Sishu Bhavan orphanage in Agartala, Tripura, on September 5, 2025. The order gathered to mark Mother Teresa's death anniversary with prayer services and reflection. Photo by Abhisek Saha/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Visits the Monastery Quarter - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Visits the Monastery Quarter - Netherlands

Queen Máxima poses with nuns for a group photo during a working visit to the Kloosterkwartier (Convent Quarter). This residential area was built on the site of the Franciscan Sisters' Convent and the former Bernhoven hospital grounds. The queen speaks with the nuns who still live there and with residents of the neighborhood. Veghel, Netherlands on September 3, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Visits the Monastery Quarter - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Visits the Monastery Quarter - Netherlands

Queen Máxima poses with nuns for a group photo during a working visit to the Kloosterkwartier (Convent Quarter). This residential area was built on the site of the Franciscan Sisters' Convent and the former Bernhoven hospital grounds. The queen speaks with the nuns who still live there and with residents of the neighborhood. Veghel, Netherlands on September 3, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Visits the Monastery Quarter - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Visits the Monastery Quarter - Netherlands

Queen Máxima poses with nuns for a group photo during a working visit to the Kloosterkwartier (Convent Quarter). This residential area was built on the site of the Franciscan Sisters' Convent and the former Bernhoven hospital grounds. The queen speaks with the nuns who still live there and with residents of the neighborhood. Veghel, Netherlands on September 3, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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