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Blinken Praises Trump’s Abraham Accords Legacy, Eyes Expansion with Saudi Arabia

Blinken Acknowledges Trump’s Role in Abraham Accords, Highlights Opportunities with Saudi Arabia WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken credited former President Donald Trump for his achievements in facilitating the Abraham Accords, a landmark initiative that helped normalize relations between Israel and several Arab nations. Speaking on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” on Thursday, Blinken […]

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Miracle in Malibu: Pepperdine’s Memorial Cross Stands Strong Amidst Devastating Wildfire

MALIBU, Calif. – Pepperdine University is expressing gratitude for what they see as a sign of hope after a 20-foot wooden cross, erected as a memorial, miraculously survived the recent Franklin Fire that ravaged thousands of acres in Los Angeles County. The fire, which began on December 9th, threatened the university and surrounding areas, but […]

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US Ambassador Donald Blome Reaffirms Commitment to Religious Freedom, Human Rights, and Economic Growth During Karachi Visit

KARACHI: U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome concluded a two-day visit to Karachi on Wednesday, during which he emphasized Washington’s dedication to promoting religious freedoms, civil rights, and economic collaboration. His visit included meetings with key government officials, business leaders, and human rights advocates, reflecting the United States’ broader commitment to advancing shared values and […]

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Pope Francis Survives Two Assassination Attempts During Historic Visit to Iraq

In a stunning revelation, Pope Francis disclosed that he narrowly escaped two assassination attempts during his groundbreaking visit to Iraq in March 2021. One of the attempts involved a young woman who was suspected of trying to carry out a suicide bombing. These chilling incidents took place in Mosul, Iraq’s second-largest city and a former […]

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Trump’s Cabinet Picks Reflect an Unusual Diversity of American Religious Life

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump’s latest cabinet selections are as notable for their religious diversity as their political significance. From pastors to Catholic converts and even a Hindu, Trump’s team showcases a spectrum of spiritual affiliations that mirrors the evolving religious landscape of the United States. Among the nominees is hedge fund manager Scott Bessent, […]

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Faith-Based Organizations Celebrate Appointment of UK’s New FoRB Envoy

Labour MP David Smith Appointed UK Special Envoy for Religious Freedom The UK government has named Labour MP David Smith as its new Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB), a move welcomed by faith-based organizations as a significant step in addressing global religious persecution. Smith, the MP for North Northumberland and a […]

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ABC News Settles Defamation Lawsuit with President-Elect Donald Trump for $15 Million

In a landmark legal settlement, ABC News and anchor George Stephanopoulos have agreed to pay $15 million to President-elect Donald Trump and issue a public apology for defamatory statements made earlier this year. The settlement stems from a lawsuit Trump filed after Stephanopoulos inaccurately claimed during a live interview that Trump had been found “liable […]

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Churches seek pathways to just peace in times of war

Photo: CEC/Łukasz Troc Press Release No: 20/2416 December 2024Brussels About 80 participants, including representatives from Ukrainian and other European churches, met in Warsaw from 9 to 11 December for the European Consultation on Just Peace, organised by the Conference of European Churches (CEC). The event explored theological, ethical, and practical aspects of just peace amid […]

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Syria’s New Leadership: Christians Cautiously Celebrate Regime Change

Syrian Christians Attend First Mass Since Assad’s Ouster, Express Hope for Future LATAKIA, SYRIA – Dec. 17 – In the northwestern port town of Latakia, Christian worshippers gathered at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral on Sunday, attending their first Mass since the dramatic overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad a week prior. A sense of cautious […]

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European Leaders Unite to Combat Rising Antisemitism

Brussels, Belgium – A coalition of over 40 prominent European leaders, including former prime ministers, current members of parliament, and representatives of major Jewish organizations, has issued a joint letter calling for urgent action to combat the rising tide of antisemitism across the continent. The letter, signed by the American Jewish Committee (AJC), urges the […]