Pope’s article in The New York Times: There Is Faith in Humor

Dec 22, 2024 18:06

ZENIT Staff

The New York Times published an opinion piece written by Pope Francis Photo: Vatican Media

The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria

only a small fraction can recount the biblical story behind the holiday.

This surge highlights an intriguing trend, particularly among younger generations.

Analysis Opinion•Justice and Peace

Three International Arrest Warrants for Crimes Against Humanity in Gaza and the South of Israel

Because of the consequences caused, certain military behaviours on the ground can be configured not only as war crimes but also as crimes against humanity, among them: the killing of civilians, including children, who died from malnutrition and dehydration.

Dec 08, 2024 15:49

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Analysis Opinion•Religious Freedom

Religious Freedom Under Siege: ACN Report Highlights Escalating Persecution

While Islamist militancy persists in the Middle East—evident in regions like Idlib, Syria—Africa has become the epicenter of extremist violence. Nations such as Burkina Faso, Nigeria, and Mozambique bear the brunt, with insurgencies displacing millions and leaving communities devastated

Nov 30, 2024 19:35

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Analysis Opinion•Marriage and Family

Italy’s Shrinking Wedding Numbers: A Cultural and Demographic Shift

Religious marriages saw an 8.2% decline in 2023 alone, underscoring the waning influence of tradition and religious institutions in shaping modern marital choices.

Nov 30, 2024 19:27

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Analysis Opinion•Local Church

The British and their attunement to Christian religious heritage

The UK has some of the most historic and beautiful churches to be found anywhere in the world. Thanks to the work of the Patrimony Committee of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, Catholic churches are now firmly on the heritage map.

Nov 28, 2024 19:06

ZENIT Staff

Analysis Opinion

The unlikely end of Russia’s war

Proposals and ideas about ending the war are multiplying, but for Putin, any negotiations with Trump would only be an intermediate stage in an ongoing process. For Ukraine the situation is becoming increasingly grim, not only due to the uncertainties of Western aid but also to the decreasing participation of Ukrainians in the war effort.

Nov 27, 2024 18:30

ZENIT Staff