Leo XIV and Macron meet: peace is both a ‘duty and a requirement’

Leo XIV and Macron meet: peace is both a ‘duty and a requirement’ The two leaders expressed their common conviction on the necessity of dialogue and negotiations to resolve conflicts between nations.

Poll: Catholic support for President Donald Trump drops below 50% amid Iran war A poll shows Catholics disapprove of President Donald Trump’s performance as president, overall, including on how he has handled the conflict with Iran.

Tehran cardinal breaks silence: ‘I celebrated the Easter Vigil carrying you all in my heart’ The archbishop of Tehran reflects on being separated from his flock on Easter, a Filipino bishop speaks out for doves, a French church is vandalized, and more in this week’s world news roundup. ‘No one felt safe’: Catholics continue aid in Lebanon amid deadly Israeli strike Catholic aid workers in Beirut offer details on Israel’s deadliest attack on the country, which took place this week.

Alabama updates law allowing students time for off-campus religious instruction The measure adds clearer guidelines and protections requested by school superintendents.