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During the D-Day celebrations in Normandy, Western leaders reaffirm full support for Ukraine. Biden, in an interview, confirms that Ukrainians will be able to use US weapons to strike Russian territory. Meanwhile, French President Macron announces the deployment of Mirage fighters and the training of a brigade of 4500 soldiers. Russia responds with equal firmness. By: Marco Guerra – Vatican NewsPublished on: June 8, 2024 On the day of the Allied landings in Normandy, Western leaders gathered around Ukrainian President Zelensky, who was welcomed with applause at Omaha Beach. “We will not abandon Kyiv,” stated Biden and Macron. France sends…

Are you ready for a unique and memorable event in Trieste? A meeting like no other is planned at the “Generali” Congress Center, bringing together migrants, ecumenical representatives, university students, and disabled individuals. This special gathering will be followed by a mass in the beautiful Piazza Unità d’Italia. But that’s not all! Ecumenical meetings with a group of migrants and the sick are also on the agenda for Pope Francis’ visit to Trieste on Sunday, July 7. This visit, lasting less than five hours, will mark the conclusion of the Social Week of Catholics in Italy, a significant event organized…

Praying for Peace: Pope Francis’ 10th Anniversary Commemoration Commemorating the 10th anniversary of the “Invocation for Peace” in the Vatican Gardens with the then-leaders of Israel and Palestine, Pope Francis revealed his daily prayers for the end of the Holy Land war. He firmly believes that it is a deception to think that war can resolve problems. By Deborah Castellano Lubov Renewed commitment During the historic gathering on 8 June 2014, Pope Francis, the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, and the leaders of Israel and Palestine planted an olive tree for peace. The Pope emphasized the courage needed for peace and…

The Holy See’s Diplomats: Training Ground for Future Leaders Recently, Pope Francis had a special meeting with thirty-five students from the prestigious Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy, a renowned institution that has been shaping the future diplomats of the Holy See for over three centuries. As Archbishop Salvatore Pennacchio, the President of the Academy, introduced the community, he highlighted the fourteen students who are preparing to embark on their Missionary Year after completing their academic courses. The Pope emphasized the importance of this mission, stressing the need for future diplomats to be close to the People of God, especially in distant mission…

The Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has listened to US concerns about the military operation in Rafah. This was stated by US President Joe Biden in an interview with ABC News, as reported by Israeli media. “I think he heard me. They wanted to enter […] Rafah […] at full force, invade all of Rafah, go into the city, take it out, move, move with all their might. They didn’t do it,” Biden responded to a question from the broadcaster. “And what they did – referring to the road map – was to agree to a significant deal.” The Israeli army…

Welcome to this week’s fascinating news from the Eastern Churches, brought to you in collaboration with L’Œuvre d’Orient. This week brings us updates on elections in India, the vibrant celebrations of the Solemnity of Corpus Christi in the East, and the upcoming canonization of the Martyrs of Damascus. Elections in India In recent election news, the BJP, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emerged victorious in the Indian legislative elections held on June 4th. However, this victory has raised concerns among the Christian population in India. Since coming into power in 2014, Prime Minister Modi’s nationalist policies have sparked fears…

Opera Extravaganza: Celebrating Italy’s UNESCO Honor at the Verona Arena Get ready for a night of magical melodies and enchanting performances as Italy honors the art of opera singing being added to UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The historic Verona Arena will be the stage for a gala concert featuring some of the world’s most renowned opera stars including Anna Netrebko, Jonas Kaufmann, Eleonora Buratto, and phenomenal dancers Roberto Bolle and Nicoletta Manni. Under the baton of maestro Riccardo Muti, 160 orchestra musicians and over 300 choristers will come together to showcase iconic arias from operas like…

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In a recent interview, US President Joe Biden mentioned that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu heeded US concerns regarding the military operation in Rafah. According to Biden, Israel refrained from launching a full-scale invasion of Rafah, opting instead to agree on a significant ceasefire, as outlined in the road map. This diplomatic approach avoided escalating tensions in the region. The Israeli military targeted Hezbollah military structures in southern Lebanon, specifically in Jabal Rezlane, Ramyeh, and Kfarkela, during a nighttime operation. This action demonstrates Israel’s commitment to maintaining stability and security in the region. Israeli Finance Minister and leader of the…

Breaking News: “Women and children among the 40 dead”. The response: “Only militants”. An Italian-Israeli soldier killed By: Marta Serafini – Corriere della Sera Published Date: 7th June 2024 Tel Aviv – A row of bodies wrapped in white shrouds. A mother begging her deceased son to hold her hand; a young man wrapped in bandages crying beside a corpse; a boy, with a face covered in dust and blood, staring at the floor of a blood-stained hospital while people scream around him. The Gaza Strip still burns: the Israeli forces’ attack, launched with two small-diameter US bombs Gbu-39, has…