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U. S. -Iran talks collapse as Vance cites nuclear impasse and Catholic leaders call for peace
6+ hour, 35+ min ago (831+ words) April 12, 2026 Amira Abuzeid News Briefs 0 Print The high-level face-to-face talks in Pakistan followed weeks of military confrontation that began in late February and produced a tenuous two-week ceasefire, which ends April 22. U. S. -Iran peace talks collapsed on Sunday after a 21-hour…...
House of David" and Michael Iskander continue to impress in second season
21+ hour, 41+ min ago (432+ words) The acting is exceptional and the production values are fantastic, especially considering the limited budget for a biblically based streaming program. April 11, 2026 Nick Olszyk The Dispatch 0 Print FCC Rating: PG-13 Reel Rating: 4 out of 5 reels King David is one of…...
Tehran cardinal breaks silence: "I celebrated the Easter Vigil carrying you all in my heart
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (928+ words) April 10, 2026 Madalaine Elhabbal News Briefs 0 Print The archbishop of Tehran reflects on being separated from his flock on Easter, a Filipino bishop speaks out for doves, a French church is vandalized, and more in this week's world news roundup. Cardinal…...
No one felt safe: Catholics continue aid in Lebanon amid deadly Israeli strike
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (1190+ words) April 10, 2026 Tyler Arnold News Briefs 0 Print Catholic aid workers in Beirut offer details on Israel's deadliest attack on the country, which took place this week. Catholic organizations are still providing shelter, food, and aid as Israel continues airstrikes throughout Lebanon…...
U. S. officials continue to defend Iranian conflict amid criticism from top Catholic leaders
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (1256+ words) April 9, 2026 Daniel Payne News Briefs 0 Print The U. S. Embassy to the Holy See has strongly denied reports that the government demanded the Vatican throw support behind U. S. military actions. U. S. officials are continuing to defend ongoing military actions in the Middle East amid…...
Bishop Zaidan appeals to Trump for aid and peace in Lebanon after deadly Israeli attack
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (826+ words) April 9, 2026 Tyler Arnold News Briefs 0 Print Israel's most recent strikes killed more than 300 people in Lebanon and more than 1, 700 have died since the start of the war, prompting the bishop's appeal to President Donald Trump. As the United States enters…...
Vatican aid convoy in Lebanon caught in crossfire as Church relief effort is forced back
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (751+ words) April 9, 2026 Victoria Cardiel News Briefs 0 Print A French Catholic aid leader said conditions in southern Lebanon have become untenable. A Vatican humanitarian convoy carrying the apostolic nuncio to Lebanon, Archbishop Paolo Borgia, was forced to turn back Tuesday, April 7, after…...
Christians must be messengers of peace this Easter, Comboni missionary says
3+ day, 8+ hour ago (1523+ words) April 9, 2026 Kristina Millare News Briefs 0 Print Father Giulio Albanese, MCCJ, who has witnessed several atrocities of war firsthand, said today's Christians cannot turn a blind eye to people's sufferings. Christians are called to live the Easter message of peace, especially…...
Military Archbishop Broglio relieved by U. S. -Iran ceasefire, but concerns loom
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (792+ words) April 8, 2026 Tyler Arnold News Briefs 0 Print Military Archbishop Timothy Broglio spoke about his support for the ceasefire agreement and his wish that Lebanon was included. Archbishop Timothy Broglio of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, expressed relief that the…...
EWTN News documentary highlights Lebanon's Christian roots and enduring faith
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (1225+ words) April 8, 2026 Georgena Habbaba News Briefs 0 Print EWTN News shines a light on Lebanon and its rich diversity in a new film. EWTN News, in collaboration with its news partner in the Middle East and North Africa, ACI MENA, has launched…...