Israel paused to remember the six million Jews killed by the Nazis during the Holocaust, bringing the country to a standstill.The official state ceremony, themed "Out of the Depths: The Pain of Liberation and Growth," was held Wednesday night, overshadowed by the October 7th attack, the ongoing conflict with Hamas,…
Following a significant weakening of Hezbollah's leadership by Israel and the Trump administration's clear stance, conveyed through its special envoy, to limit the Iran-backed group's influence, there are growing calls for peace with Israel in Lebanon.Rami Naim, a journalist and analyst for Jusoor News, stated that the weakened state of…
In the wake of a deadly shooting in Kashmir that killed 26, India is promising to hunt down terrorists "to the ends of the earth" as tensions rise with Pakistan.At a public rally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that India will identify, track, and punish every terrorist, along with those…
The U.S. government has cautioned that Russia's plans to establish a naval base in Sudan, a country struggling with conflict, could have "serious consequences." This warning was prompted by recent news of the base's development, according to sources who spoke with Digital.A State Department representative stated to Digital, "We advise…
Cardinal Robert Sarah, a favorite of conservatives who see him as embodying the traditionalist approaches of Popes John Paul II and Benedict XVI, is being considered as a potential successor to Pope Francis.The 79-year-old cardinal from Guinea is seen as a leading figure for conservative Catholics, particularly by those who…
Ukrainian authorities are pointing the finger at Russia for a missile and drone assault on Kyiv overnight that resulted in at least nine fatalities and 70 injuries, including children. According to the Kyiv City Military Administration's Telegram channel, the Russian military targeted Kyiv with both drones and ballistic missiles. The…
Despite uncertainties surrounding the progress of Washington's efforts, the head of the IAEA stressed the need for vigilance, advocating a "trust but verify" approach to ensure Iran's good-faith engagement in negotiations.The U.S. and Iran are scheduled for a third round of talks on Saturday, focusing on both the technical aspects…
Following a deadly attack on tourists in Kashmir, India announced measures on Wednesday to scale back its relationship with Pakistan. The attack, which occurred the previous day, resulted in the deaths of 26 people and marked the most significant assault on civilians in nearly two decades.An official stated at a…
The President of the Palestinian Authority (PA) has urged Hamas to disarm, give up control, and free the remaining hostages.According to the Palestinian leader, releasing the hostages would eliminate Israel's "excuses" for continuing its military operations, which were initiated following the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas."The immediate need is…
Despite President Trump's recent expression of optimism about a potential agreement between Ukraine and Russia in the near future, security experts remain wary, suggesting that Russian President Vladimir Putin may not genuinely desire peace.The atmosphere in Washington is one of uncertainty, particularly after the Trump administration initially suggested a possible…
` tags. ` On Wednesday, Catholic cardinals performed a ritual to move Pope Francis' body from his residence at the Vatican hotel to St. Peter’s Basilica, where it will lie in state for three days before the funeral.Cardinal Kevin Farrell, currently in charge of the Vatican administration until a new…
` tags. Pope Francis will be dressed in red vestments and a white cassock for his final procession to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, located outside the Vatican, where he will be buried on Saturday.The Vatican announced that Pope Francis, who was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina to…
Following reports of a deadly shooting in India's Kashmir region that claimed at least 20 lives, President expressed his "deepest sympathies" on Tuesday."Deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir," posted on TRUTH Social. "The United States stands strong with India . We pray for the souls of those lost, and for…
In his final hours, Pope Francis, 88, expressed gratitude to his nurse and caregiver, Massimiliano Strappetti, the Vatican disclosed Tuesday. Following his Easter blessing from St. Peter’s Basilica's balcony, Francis was initially hesitant about riding the popemobile through St. Peter’s Square, where 50,000 people had gathered. He asked Strappetti, "Do…
Since July 8, 2024, when assumed office, Iran has executed 1,051 people, a fact that security experts believe the U.S. must consider as nuclear talks with Tehran resume.The National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) told Digital that this figure is a more than 20% increase compared to the number…
An American citizen, Robert Woodland, imprisoned in Russia on drug charges, has had his sentence reduced, according to reports.His lawyer, Stanislav Kshevitsky, announced on Tuesday that Woodland's original sentence of 12.5 years has been shortened to 9.5 years.The reason for the sentence reduction remains unclear. A spokesperson told Digital that…
Since the time of Jesus Christ's death in the 30s AD, there have been 266 popes in the Catholic Church, up to and including Pope Francis – Jorge Mario Bergoglio – who passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88.St. Peter, the first to hold the title of…
During his 12-year papacy, Pope Francis has been both lauded for his influence and criticized for his modernizing, sometimes anti-traditional approach.His legacy is one of expansion, as he worked to shape the Catholic Church's future and broaden its reach beyond the U.S. and Europe."If you consider how he has approached…
On Tuesday, the initial photographs of Pope Francis' body were released following his passing. His funeral is scheduled for Saturday morning.The images depict Francis in a wooden coffin, adorned in red vestments and his bishop’s miter. The Vatican Secretary of State is shown praying over him in the chapel of…
Following Pope Francis' death from a cerebral stroke that resulted in heart failure, Vatican officials have released his will, which details his burial wishes.The will begins, "Feeling that the sunset of my earthly life is approaching and with lively hope in the Eternal Life, I wish to express my testamentary…
