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A Christian refugee family of eight living in a construction site in Erbil, Iraq. Courtesy of International Christian Concern.

What will ensure the survival of Middle East Christians?

Oct 31, 2016

Christianity is at a crossroads in the Middle East, and only a dedicated campaign of aid and activism can help... Read more

A view of the facade of St. Peter's Basilica from the Vaticans Apostolic Palace.

Vatican sentences cleric, laywoman in second 'Vatileaks' trial

Jul 7, 2016

By Elise Harris

After an eight month trial weighing the guilt of five individuals in the leaking and disseminating of confidential financial documents,... Read more

UN flag outside the United Nations headquarters in New York.

When terrorism destroys religious cooperation: the Holy See's message to the UN

Apr 19, 2016

Terrorism in the name of religion is a lie, the head of the Holy See’s mission to the United Nations... Read more

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No to nuclear weapons, yes to nuclear technology – the Holy See's stance

Apr 28, 2015

By Andrea Gagliarducci

In an effort to abolish the production of nuclear weapons worldwide, the Holy See is pushing an agreement – with... Read more

An estimated 2.2 million people are said to be displaced within Congo.

Vatican to the world: Displaced immigrants deserve your attention

Oct 8, 2014

By Andrea Gagliarducci

Noting an alarming increase in forcibly-displaced migrants around the world, the Holy See has asked the United Nations to take... Read more

Felice Gaer speaks during a panel on January 21, 2013.

Critic: UN abortion controversy shows push to exclude Catholics

May 28, 2014

U.N. anti-torture committee member Felice Gaer’s statement to a Holy See delegation equating opposition to abortion and torture is part... Read more

The United Nations flag flies outside UN Headquarters, September 20, 2011.

Critics warn of bias in UN anti-torture committee member

May 17, 2014

By Kevin J. Jones

A U.N. committee member who insinuated that the Catholic position against abortion violates an anti-torture agreement signed by the Holy... Read more

U.N. secretary-general Ban Ki-moon, whom Pope Francis will meet May 9, is shown addressing the Human Rights Council, Sept. 10, 2012.

Pope's upcoming meeting with UN officials presents opportunity

May 6, 2014

By Andrea Gagliarducci

Pope Francis will meet with United Nations secretary-general Ban Ki-moon May 9, as well as with the Chief Executives Board... Read more