A network of Catholic priests with more than 2,200 members worldwide has joined growing calls to describe the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza strip as genocide, citing widespread civilian deaths, …
Middle East
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Pope Leo XIV on Sept. 3 praised the “precious presence” of the small Christian communities who “make Christ present” in the Middle East.
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Israeli authorities denied entry permits for dozens of teachers and administrative staff, forcing Christian schools in Jerusalem to suspend the start of the academic year.
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“Giving children a safe place with familiar routines and trusted teachers offers them something dependable to hold onto for a few hours each day.”
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The suspect indicted in the attack on a French nun working in Jerusalem as a researcher was acquitted by a Jerusalem court on the grounds that he was mentally ill.
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(OSV News) — For the past three months, Israeli settlers have been bringing their sheep herd up to the Kaabnah family compound just outside Taybeh village twice a day like …
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(OSV News) — Warning against increased violence in the West Bank, Pope Leo XIV urged world leaders to decisively pursue an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel. “I renew my appeal …
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“Even after more than nine months of the ceasefire, the war’s impact is still present in every part of daily life,” said Mousa Ayad, a hospital manager.
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Lebanon’s cardinal urges prayer, guidance as its president visits the White House
by Dale Gavlakby Dale Gavlak“Lebanon is called upon today more than ever to adhere to this historical message that has made it a homeland of coexistence, dialogue and openness.”
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(OSV News) — Heated rivalries among soccer fans bubbled to the surface in the lead-up to the World Cup Final that ultimately saw Spain clinch a 1-0 victory over Argentina in …
