India's Christians mark 70th anniversary of decree denying them rights
- Aug 12, 2020
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Pressure on Francis increases over human rights in China
- Aug 1, 2020
As Chinese central authorities tighten their grip on Hong Kong and as the world continues to hear news of the alleged repression of the country’s Uighur Muslim population, Pope Francis is the target of increasing pressure over his hesitancy to speak out.
Disappearance of Chinese bishop is subject of congressional hearing
- Jul 31, 2020
The disappearance — and rumors of the possible death — of a Chinese Catholic bishop was the subject of a July 30 hearing by Congress’ Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission.
Catholic member of India’s Tribal community named to UN climate change group
- Jul 31, 2020
A Catholic member of India’s marginalized Tribal community has been named to a new United Nations advisory group providing perspectives and solutions to tackle the worsening climate crisis.
12 dead as Philippine troops battle Muslim militants in south
- Jul 30, 2020
Philippine troops clashed with Muslim guerrillas allied with the Islamic State group in the country’s south, leaving two soldiers and about 10 militants dead, military officials said Thursday.
U.S. ambassador for religious liberty warns Vatican: China can’t be trusted
- Jul 29, 2020
Vatican officials should think twice about dealing with the Chinese government, according to Trump’s top official for religious liberty.
Vatican allegedly hacked by China ahead of key talks
- Jul 29, 2020
The Vatican and the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong have been the targets of alleged Chinese state-backed hackers ahead of talks on renewal of a landmark 2018 deal that helped thaw diplomatic relations between the Vatican and China, according to a monitoring group.
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