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Israel-Iran, a war that paves the way for further tragedies
MIDDLE EAST

Israel-Iran, a war that paves the way for further tragedies

The Israeli attack on Iran has prompted the expected response. Even among Catholics, there is a lack of awareness of the criteria set out in the Church's social doctrine, as well as those set out in Pope Leo XIV's recent appeals. These criteria are fundamental to understanding what is at stake.

Italiano

Poland fears a Franco-German dictatorship in Europe
EU

Poland fears a Franco-German dictatorship in Europe

France and Germany are moving closer to an “ever closer union” in Europe. This is at the expense of smaller nations eager for independence. In Poland, Nawrocki's election is a response to this trend.

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Iran-Israel, a war to change the balance of power in the Middle East
CONFLICT

Iran-Israel, a war to change the balance of power in the Middle East

The raids launched by Israel against Iran are not only aimed at destroying its nuclear program, but at completely changing the balance of power in the Middle East. The regional allies of the Tehran regime, Hamas, Hezbollah, and Assad, have already been eliminated or reduced to a shadow of their former selves. The regime's influence is increasingly diminished, and the prospect of an Israeli-Saudi alliance is drawing closer.

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The war between Israel and Iran comes into full swing. U.S. backs Netanyahu
MIDDLE EAST

The war between Israel and Iran comes into full swing. U.S. backs Netanyahu

Israel's attack on Tehran's nuclear program came after a long period of preparation and infiltration of Iranian territory. The first attack came from within. Were the US involved? That is what Iran is accusing them of. Even if they did not participate, they are supporting Israel, as is much of the EU. And this paves the way for further escalation.

Italiano

Trump–Musk: conflict between business logic and political strategy
ANALYSIS

Trump–Musk: conflict between business logic and political strategy

The relationship between Trump and Musk was the convergence of a political leader and an entrepreneur who think in fundamentally different ways: Musk bases his political decisions on their impact on his economic interests. Trump prioritises electoral consensus.

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The US still needs Europe but only if it remains free
STATE DEPARTMENT DOCUMENT

The US still needs Europe but only if it remains free

On 27 May, Samuel Samson, a 26-year-old senior advisor to the Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labour, published an official newsletter outlining the Trump administration's relations with Europe. It immediately caused a scandal, with calls for regime change. Like JD Vance's speech in Munich, it is actually a warning to Europeans not to betray their cultural roots.

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Trump’s complicated gamble for world peace identifies China as main enemy
SCHEMES

Trump’s complicated gamble for world peace identifies China as main enemy

The long phone call between the US President and Putin, aimed at pushing for an end to the conflict in Ukraine, is part of an ambitious project to redefine international relations on all fronts: Europe, the Mediterranean, the Middle East and Central and South Asia. This is based on the belief that the US's main rival is China. As demonstrated by the recent mission to the Middle East...

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The difficult return of cardinals to countries ravaged by war and persecution
AFTER THE CONCLAVE/2

The difficult return of cardinals to countries ravaged by war and persecution

World 14_05_2025 Anna Bono

Cardinals from Congo, Nicaragua, India and Iran could have requested and obtained refugee status in Rome. Instead, they chose to return to their countries and face persecution alongside the faithful.

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After conclave: cardinals who deserve refugee status return to troubled countries
RELIGIOUS PERSECUTION

After conclave: cardinals who deserve refugee status return to troubled countries

World 13_05_2025 Anna Bono

South Sudan, Haiti and Myanmar are just a few of the countries where priests and lay people suffer daily violence and persecution caused by war, political hatred and religious intolerance. Having been present in Rome for the Conclave, these cardinals would be entitled to refugee status. However, they are choosing to return and stand alongside their congregations, accepting the risks that entails.

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Cardinal Pizzaballa appeals for hope in war-torn Jerusalem
PALM SUNDAY

Cardinal Pizzaballa appeals for hope in war-torn Jerusalem

“We are not afraid... We are the children of light, we hope and we believe in the love that conquers all". These were the words of the Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pizzaballa, during the Palm Sunday procession with a small number of pilgrims, while war raged around them and Christians were paying dearly for the consequences of this conflict.

Italiano

Syrian Alawite speaks out about massacres world ignores
INTERVIEW

Syrian Alawite speaks out about massacres world ignores

Only religious reasons are the cause for the Alawites’ slaughter in western Syria. There is no uprising by those nostalgic for the old regime, but a massacre of civilians by the new regime. An Alawite from Latakia speaks out.

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