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Representatives of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops joined an international delegation to the West Bank, where they said conditions...

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2 new miracles reported through intercession of St. Charbel in 2026

Two new miracles have been attributed to St. Charbel already in 2026 — one in the United States and one...

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‘Our Lady of Arabia’ in Kuwait elevated to minor basilica in presence of Cardinal Parolin

The elevation of Our Lady of Arabia Church in Kuwait to a minor basilica is a historic first for the...

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Reports of Christian casualties and arrests are emerging as mass protests continue in Iran

Large numbers of Iranians from diverse social and religious backgrounds are taking part in the ongoing, widespread protests, including Christian...

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Condemnation of Christian Zionism by Heads of Churches in Jerusalem stirs controversy

Catholic observers point out the distinction between Protestant and Catholic understandings of Zionism.

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Christmas recital in Lebanon aims for Guinness World Record

Christmas recital at the Sacred Hearts School in Kfardebian, Lebanon. / Credit: Roumi El Hab ACI MENA, Dec 24, 2025...

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Syria celebrates Christmas with hope amid lingering security fears

Olive Scout Troop Christmas Carnival in Old Damascus, 2025. / Credit: ACI MENA ACI MENA, Dec 24, 2025 / 10:00...

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130 students and teachers kidnapped from Catholic school in Nigeria released

null / Credit: hyotographics/Shutterstock ACI Prensa Staff, Dec 23, 2025 / 15:25 pm (CNA). Nigerian authorities have confirmed that 130...

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Nigerians must stop ‘trading future for crumbs’: Catholic official on security crisis

The secretary-general of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), Father Michael Banjo. / Credit: Ijebu-Ode Catholic Diocese ACI Africa,...

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Church in Jordan reopens as a rare window into pre-Constantinian Christianity