Caritas-Jerusalem Has 17 Medical Teams in Gaza: Calls for a Truce to Vaccinate Children

Nov 06, 2024 21:57

It is working in the Holy Land jointly with Caritas-Jerusalem to finish vaccinating half a million children against polio. Photo: Holy Land Foundation

The exemption of ultra-Orthodox men from military service dates back to Israel’s founding in 1948

Donald Trump, Pope Francis and Kamala Harris Photo: Angelus News

Supporters argue the law protects traditional values; critics contend it violates human rights.

His visit aimed to accelerate the return of prisoners and address the pressing issue of reuniting Ukrainian children with their families

Pope Francis welcomed former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and former Palestinian Foreign Minister Nasser Al-Kidwa at the Vatican

Justice and Peace•Pro Life

A surprising UN report now denounces discriminatory abortion practices in people with disabilities

These statements are astonishing precisely because the UN has been promoting for many years the extension of birth control policies that prioritize access to free abortion.

Oct 15, 2024 18:46

Julio Tudela

Holy Land•Justice and Peace

Israel Bombs Catholic Church in Lebanon and Attacks UN Blue Helmets

Israeli attack destroys church in southern Lebanon and leaves fatalities. The parish offices and the residence of the local priest were also lost. Indonesia accuses Israel of «placing itself above» international law by attacking blue helmets

Oct 11, 2024 06:52

ZENIT Staff

Cardinals and Bishops•Justice and Peace•Pope Francis

Ukrainian Greek Catholic Leader Briefs Pope Francis on War-Torn Nation’s Struggles Ahead of Winter

Shevchuk also shared updates on the life of the Ukrainian Church amidst these challenges. He presented the results of the Ukrainian Bishops’ Synod held in July, which focused on evangelization in a time of war.

Oct 10, 2024 07:00

ZENIT Staff

Justice and Peace•Religious Freedom

Chinese Communist government replaces church crosses with Communist Party leader

Chinese Communist Party’s Tightening Grip on Religious Freedom Sparks Global Concerns

Oct 08, 2024 23:48

ZENIT Staff

Holy Land•Justice and Peace

Churches welcomes UN resolution calling for end to Israel’s occupation of Palestine

The UNGA resolution represents the will of the international community to confront core issues, including the rights and sovereignty of the Palestinian people and the need to end the cycles of violence that continue to devastate Palestinians and Israelis alike.

Oct 07, 2024 06:37

ZENIT Staff

Controversy Over Disagreements Between France and the Vatican Regarding the Pope’s Trip? The Trip Macron Wanted and the One Leo XIV Decided On

Macron had requested a private moment with Leo XIV inside the cathedral so that he could personally show him the reconstruction undertaken after the 2019 fire. The request was transmitted through diplomatic channels and the answer from the Holy See was no

Good social relations, the common good, and three matters of the utmost urgency, according to Leo XIV

Pope’s General Audience, September 16, 2026, on the Human Community

Caritas-Jerusalem Has 17 Medical Teams in Gaza: Calls for a Truce to Vaccinate Children

Israel to Draft 7,000 Ultra-Orthodox Men Amid Ongoing Military Pressure in Gaza

The Battle Over Abortion Rights Heats Up in 10 States Ahead of November 5 Election

Migration, the Pope and the position of Donal Trump and Kamala Harris on the matter

In Uganda, LGBT Activists Prioritize S*x over Starvation

Pope sends cardinal to Moscow to continue mediation over Ukraine war

Palestinian and Israeli leaders present Pope with peace plan for Holy Land (includes status for Jerusalem)

A surprising UN report now denounces discriminatory abortion practices in people with disabilities

Israel Bombs Catholic Church in Lebanon and Attacks UN Blue Helmets

Ukrainian Greek Catholic Leader Briefs Pope Francis on War-Torn Nation’s Struggles Ahead of Winter

Chinese Communist government replaces church crosses with Communist Party leader

Churches welcomes UN resolution calling for end to Israel’s occupation of Palestine