Islamic extremists Archives

France marks 3rd anniversary of priest’s murder by Islamic terrorists

Jul 28, 2019

On the third anniversary of the murder of French Father Jacques Hamel by extremists, France pays homage to his message of peace as Vatican inches closer to beatification.

By Claire Giangravè

Gunmen attack Catholic church in Burkina Faso; 6 killed

May 13, 2019

Authorities say gunmen have attacked a Catholic church in Burkina Faso, killing a priest and five worshippers.

By Associated Press

Philippines shows folly of ‘Casablanca defense’ on anti-Christian violence

Jan 28, 2019

The bombing of a Catholic cathedral in the Philippines on Sunday may elicit various emotions, but surprise shouldn’t be among them.

By John L. Allen Jr.

Freed Filipino priest says airstrikes routed IS extremists

Mar 23, 2018

A Filipino Catholic priest taken hostage last year by Islamic State group-linked militants recounted Friday how military airstrikes helped crush an extremist siege, but said a Muslim autonomy deal is crucial in preventing new bloodshed.

By Jim Gomez

Prelate kidnapped by Al Qaeda says Trump helping Middle East Christians

Mar 23, 2018

The United States has been more helpful toward Christians escaping persecution in Iraq compared to most European countries, according to Archbishop Saad Sirop Hanna, the Apostolic Visitor for Chaldeans Residing in Europe, who was kidnapped by Al Qaeda militants in 2006.

By Claire Giangravè

Catholics in Indonesia will be alert during Holy Week in light of church attacks

Mar 19, 2018

As there has been an increase in violence committed against parishes throughout Indonesia, Church officials in the country have urged Catholics to be vigilant, especially during Holy Week.

By Catholic News Agency