Le Vatican : quel rôle diplomatique ? | Le Dessous des Cartes - ARTE

In the heart of Rome, this 44-hectare enclave not only houses the spiritual center of the Catholic Church, but also a leading diplomatic player on the international stage. Despite its diminutive size, the Vatican has established itself as a key player in world affairs. A small state, but a giant of diplomacy and Catholic "soft power." The Vatican is, above all, St. Peter's Basilica, a Renaissance masterpiece, and the residence of the Pope. Throughout the centuries, from Pepin the Short to Mussolini, the Vatican has preserved its independence and its role, well beyond religious issues. Today, under the pontificate of Francis, the Catholic Church is redefining its influence, from the defense of Eastern Christians to its commitment to peace and the fight against global warming. Magazine (2025, 12 min) 📩 The Dessous des Cartes newsletter 👉 https://inscription-newsletter-ddc.ar... 📕 Order the new atlas "Le Dessous des Cartes - La puissance et la mer" by Émilie Aubry and Frank Tétart, Tallandier and Arte Editions https://bit.ly/Atlas_DDC 👉 Subscribe to our channel! http://bit.ly/DDC_YouTube 👉 Also find Le Dessous des Cartes on Facebook.   / ledessousdes.  . 💻 Find all of Émilie Aubry's shows on VOD: http://bit.ly/DDC_VOD. 👉 All of Jean-Christophe Victor's shows (VOD and DVD) in the ARTE store. http://bit.ly/DDC_Boutique