As much of the world’s attention is turned toward the pandemic and the current crisis in Ukraine, the conflict that has engulfed Syria for over a decade has been largely forgotten, said the apostolic nuncio to Syria.
After 11 years of conflict, Syria ‘off media’s radar,’ cardinal says
Pope prays Christmas will bring yearning for peace, dialogue
Before giving his Christmas blessing to the city of Rome and to the world, Pope Francis drew attention to the many places around the globe and within human hearts in need of Jesus, the prince of peace.
Photos of the Week: Nov. 1, 2021
In the spotlight: President meets with pope, “rally nuns,” “voice of the unborn”
Photos of the Week: March 22, 2021
In the spotlight: St. Patrick’s Day, vigil for shooting victims, Myanmar violence
Photos of the Week: Jan. 17-24, 2021
In the spotlight this week: presidential inauguration, pro-life rally, COVID-19 memorial.
Pope encourages church’s efforts to bring peace, aid to Syria, Iraq
Pope Francis sent a video message Dec. 10 to an online meeting about the Syrian and Iraqi humanitarian crises.
Catholic hospitals in Syria working to help indigent patients
Three Catholic-run hospitals providing life-saving services free of charge to vulnerable Syrians hope to aid some 50,000 patients by the project’s end next year.
Pope meets Putin; two leaders talk about Ukraine, Syria, Venezuela
Pope Francis welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin to the Vatican July 4, and the two discussed the ongoing wars in Eastern Ukraine and in Syria, the Vatican said. Russia plays a major role in both conflicts.