Lourdes Accords

The Lourdes Accords are an agreement that facilitates peaceful cooperation between the Holy See (the Vatican) and Italy, focusing on issues like religious freedom, diplomatic relations, and mutual respect. Named after the town of Lourdes, where the agreement was discussed, they aim to ensure the church’s interests are protected while respecting Italy’s sovereignty. Essentially, the accords set a legal framework for how the church interacts with the Italian state, ensuring that both can operate and collaborate effectively without infringing on each other's rights.