Shiites

Vatican’s natural affinity with Iran, Shia Islam may be key to Gaza drama

• Nov 7, 2023
• John L. Allen Jr.

Francis in Iraq arguably the most emblematic papal trip of all time

• Mar 7, 2021
• John L. Allen Jr.

Living the beatitudes can change the world, pope says in Iraq

• Mar 6, 2021
• Cindy Wooden

Iraqi minister declares national day in honor of Pope, al-Sistani meeting

• Mar 6, 2021
• Elise Ann Allen

Could today’s Putin/Pope summit make a difference on Iran?

• Jul 4, 2019
• John L. Allen Jr.

If Francis wants to mediate US/Iran, his best odds may be with Tehran

• May 23, 2019
• John L. Allen Jr.

Why all of us have a rooting interest in seeing Lebanon succeed

• Oct 8, 2017
• John L. Allen Jr.

Pakistani bombing kills 25, deputy Senate leader wounded

• May 12, 2017
• Associated Press

Pope has a chance to bond with natural Muslim ally

• Sep 27, 2016
• John L. Allen Jr.