Apostate Diplomacy: Zenari’s Syria Mission Embodies Conciliar Betrayal
VaticanNews portal (February 2, 2026) reports the resignation of Mario Zenari as “apostolic nuncio” to Syria after nearly 17 years. The article praises his “intense diplomatic and humanitarian activity” amid war and sanctions, noting antipope Francis extended his mandate indefinitely in 2021 and made him a “cardinal” in 2016. Zenari is portrayed as a “war veteran” who denounced humanitarian crises while remaining in Damascus despite conflict and earthquakes. His scarlet zucchetto is framed as a “gesture of love” for Syria, with the piece applauding his endurance through regime changes until his resignation at age 80.