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Conventual Franciscan Father Tomaž Majcen

Holy Land•Justice and Peace

Sister Nabila: Trump’s (and Netanyahu’s) plan for Gaza is ‘unimaginable’

The Rosary Sisters nun who shared life with Gazans under Hamas rule as well as the suffering of war spoke to AsiaNews about the US president’s statement in favour of expelling Palestinians from Gaza to turn it into a “Riviera” of the Middle East. For her, Palestinians must be able to live on their own land; otherwise, it would be “like telling the American people to abandon their land”.

Justice and Peace•Persecuted Christians•Religious Freedom

India: Hindu persecution against Christians increases and reaches 800 cases. They also seek to apply a new anti-Christian law

Data from the United Christian Forum (UCF) reveals 834 incidents of violence against Christians in 2024, a sharp increase from 734 the previous year. These acts include the destruction of over 400 churches in Manipur during ongoing ethnic violence and forced “reconversions” to Hinduism under the guise of “ghar wapsi” (“return to home”).

Justice and Peace•Pope Francis•Vatican City

Pope Francis introduces monthly bonus for large families amid mixed reactions from Vatican employees

The new measure, announced by the Holy See’s Press Office on January 15, reflects Pope Francis’ ongoing advocacy for family welfare. The bonus will continue until children reach the age of 18 or 24 if they remain in education, aligning Vatican policies with those of several European countries that provide substantial benefits for large families.

Justice and Peace•Vatican City

This is the financial penalty imposed by new Vatican law for those who enter its territory without permission

The Vatican’s new legislation also targets unauthorized aerial incursions, reflecting the growing prevalence of drone technology. Violators of the no-fly zone over Vatican City face imprisonment of six months to three years and fines up to €25,000. This measure aims to safeguard sensitive areas and prevent surveillance or potential security breaches from above.