In a groundbreaking diplomatic mission, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, accompanied by her French counterpart, engaged in high-level talks with Syria’s de facto leader. This visit, the first of its kind by European Union foreign ministers since the onset of Syria’s civil war, highlights the EU’s evolving approach to addressing the country’s long-standing political and […]
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Damascus, Syria – In a landmark visit, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot met with Ahmed al-Sharaa, the de facto leader of Syria, marking the first visit by European ministers since rebels seized control of Damascus on December 8, 2024. The ministers emphasized the crucial need for inclusion of all […]
Brussels, Belgium – Tristan Azbej, Hungary’s State Secretary for Programmes Assisting Persecuted Christians, has issued a call for Europe to prioritize religious freedom as a fundamental human rights issue. In a recent Facebook post, Azbej stressed the collective responsibility to support those persecuted for their faith and to honor their sacrifices. “Freedom of religion is […]
As part of ‘Red Wednesday,’ an initiative by Aid to the Church in Need, the Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlights the ongoing persecution, pressure, and threats faced by millions of Christians globally. The Ministry remains dedicated to protecting religious freedom and supporting persecuted religious minorities. In recent years, Austria has established intercultural and interreligious […]
Donald Trump Secures Historic Victory in 2024 Election, Receives Worldwide Congratulatory Messages In a dramatic political comeback, Donald J. Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States in the 2024 election, marking an extraordinary return to the White House. Trump, who previously served as the 45th president, made history as only […]
At a press conference during the conference “Shared Responsibility: Cooperation Between States and Religious Communities,” held as part of Hungary’s EU presidency, Miklós Soltész addressed critical questions facing European leaders. He emphasized the need to recognize the dangers facing the continent and to identify those who can help respond, including churches, which he said can […]
Miklós Soltész, State Secretary for Church and Ethnic Relations in Hungary, spoke at a press conference during the event “Shared Responsibility: Cooperation Between States and Religious Communities,” held on October 18, 2024, as part of Hungary’s EU presidency. The event took place at the Museum of Ethnography in Budapest, with leaders from across Europe, including […]
Fruitful Dialogue on Freedom of Religion Under Hungarian EU Presidency The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) took part in the Article 17 TFEU conference, titled “Shared Responsibility: Cooperation Between States and Religious Communities in Europe,” held in Budapest on Friday, October 18, 2024. The event was organized under the Hungarian […]