During the meeting with members of Congress, Smith said he proposed that the full U.N. General Assembly create an ad hoc tribunal that could act more quickly on war crimes charges against Russian officials.
Smith pushes quick prosecution of apparent Russian war crimes
Poles’ response to refugee crisis reflects enduring values, official says
More than 2.8 million Ukrainians had entered Poland since Russia invaded Ukraine Feb. 24, and his office estimates that about 1.6 million of them plan to stay until they know it is safe to return home.
Caritas Ukraine president: To help, listen to your heart, then act
The president of Caritas Ukraine says he will “stay the course’ because the Ukraine people inspire her.
Where to give to help Ukraine
Various Catholic agencies are collecting donations to aid with the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, as people flee to escape Russian bombing and shelling.
Bishop in Cabo Delgado: ‘The attacks on the villages continue’
A Human Rights Watch report released in mid-January said the humanitarian crisis in Cabo Delgado and neighboring provinces intensified in 2021, despite the military’s efforts to defeat insurgents.
Ukrainian crisis threatens peace and democracy in Europe, observers warn
“If Russia succeeds in subjugating Ukraine, chances are the process will continue in the Baltic countries, Central Europe and beyond,” Archbishop Gudziak said.
Caritas Pakistan plans for humanitarian crisis at Afghanistan border
Thousands of Afghans have entered Pakistan via the Chaman border crossing, one of the most active trade and travel routes between the countries.
Ethiopian bishops say it is not too late to stop the war in Tigray
Ethiopian bishops are expressing a desire for peace, healing and reconciliation across the country, especially in Tigray following a yearlong war.