Bishops offer firm support for legislation to combat human trafficking

The Church "is a steadfast voice against human trafficking and other forms of exploitation, as well as a longtime provider of services and pastoral care to victims of these crimes," the bishops wrote.

Former political prisoner shares what life is like in Iran

The expert estimates that a majority of the country's population opposes the current regime. He says 10-15% support the government, while another 30% are "politically neutral."

Catholics in Sweden receive rare electoral guidance on life issues

The Diocese of Stockholm's justice and peace commission published a document urging Catholics to consider candidates' positions on abortion and euthanasia.

Families of Pakistan church bombing victims call delayed compensation 'mockery of justice'

More than 12 years after twin suicide bombings at All Saints Church in Peshawar, survivors say government aid is too little and too late.

Legionaries leader rebuilds vocation after Maciel scandal: Pain 'opened our eyes'

Father Carlos Gutiérrez López, the new general director of the Legionaries of Christ, speaks about transparency, renewal, and the long road of healing after the crimes of founder Marcial Maciel.

Outrage grows over alleged bulldozing of Catholic monastery and school in Lebanon

The mayor of Yaroun, a village in southern Lebanon, and the Melkite Greek Catholic bishops have reacted to the alleged demolition of a monastery and school by Israeli forces.

Hezbollah supporters allegedly launch digital campaign targeting Maronite patriarch

Hezbollah supporters have reportedly used AI-generated manipulated images to attack Cardinal Bechara Boutros al-Rai, the Maronite Patriarch of Antioch and All the East.

Pope Leo XIV says violence is a last resort, rejects Trump's claim about supporting nuclear weapons

Just war is "a very complex problem. You have to analyze it on many levels," Pope Leo XIV said.

Irish bishop: Truth about abortion is 'it not only kills babies, it wounds women'

In a homily before Ireland's 2026 March for Life, Bishop Kevin Doran demonstrated from both science and philosophy the humanity of the unborn child and opposed a new bill expanding abortion.

'Prison or exile': Priest in Nicaragua reveals how the dictatorship persecutes the Church

A priest in Nicaragua details conditions in the country as the Catholic Church continues to operate under intense persecution, including surveillance of clergy and restrictions on activities.