The Vatican is governed as an ecclesiastical state, with the Pope serving as its supreme ruler. The governance structure includes the Roman Curia, which assists the Pope in administering the affairs of the Church and the state. The Vatican City has its own legal system and police force, and its governance is characterized by a unique blend of religious authority and political sovereignty. The Pope's decisions are final, and he appoints various officials to aid in the administration of the Vatican's functions.
While there are many religious countries in the world, there are only a few true theocracies. The nation of Iran is ruled by the Supreme Council of Ayatollahs (although it also has an elected President). The Vatican is technically an independent nation, and it is ruled by the Catholic Church.
No, Rome is ruled by the Italian government. Only Vatican City is ruled by the pope.
Yes, the Vatican is a principality ruled by the Pope who is a lay prince or an elected theocratic monarchy.
He lived for a time in Florence which was governed by a Grandduke. later in the Vatican, governed by the Pope.
No, it is a monarchy ruled by the Bishop of Rome, namely the Pope.
The pope is the ruler of Vatican City (which is a country).
Iran comes to mind.
administered, managed, controlled, governed
Vatican City
They were ruled by a Royal Governor.
Yes... Sovereign self governed state like Vatican City and Singapore.
Turkey is a country that is considered to be on the continent of Europe. Turkey is ruled or governed by presidents.