Syria Conflict
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How the Salesians are helping youth in Syria, a country in its 12th year of civil war
March 15 marked the 12th year of civil war in Syria, where bombs, poverty, and earthquakes have destroyed the country. Read more
‘You are not forgotten,’ Pope Francis tells Syrians entering 12th year of war
Since the war started on March 15, 2011, half a million people have died. Read more
Syria lost in ‘oblivion’ on 11th anniversary of war, says cardinal
The conflict broke out on March 15, 2011. Read more
Here’s what a young Syrian refugee is hoping for this Christmas
‘I have become a refugee, just like the Child Jesus,’ says Majed. Read more
Pope Francis donates $170,000 to Catholic Church in Syria
The country’s civil war has claimed more than 350,000 lives since 2011. Read more
Vatican cardinal visits Syria in 10th year of civil war
Cardinal Leonardo Sandri will spend eight days in the country. Read more
On 10th anniversary of Syria’s war, Catholic charity urges US and EU to help aid reach poor
On the 10th anniversary of Syria’s war, a Catholic charity has urged the U.S. and E.U. to remove obstacles to... Read more
Pope Francis prays for 'martyred Syria' on eve of 10th anniversary of war
Pope Francis urged the world not to forget the ongoing suffering of the “martyred” people of Syria on the eve... Read more
Pope Francis wants 'holistic approach' to Middle East, UN Security Council told
Pope Francis is concerned about the worsening situation in the Middle East, and is urging a continued commitment to dialogue... Read more
Lebanon on the brink: Syrian crisis threatens 'last safe haven' for Christians
A new report claims that the Syrian refugee crisis is severely burdening Lebanon’s limited resources and threatens its pluralism, requiring immediate... Read more
Despite terror, Aleppo's Christians have hope, desire to rebuild
Despite the destruction caused by nearly six years of conflict between rebels and pro-government forces, the people in Aleppo, especially... Read more
There is no justification for killing innocent people, Pope says
In a meeting with the Patriarch of the Assyrian Church of the East Thursday, Pope Francis criticized ongoing violence in... Read more
We want solutions, not guns – a Syrian bishop speaks out
Outside entities who drive the Syrian war – either through the selling of arms or their own political and strategic... Read more
'I can't leave my people': Priest killed in Syria hailed as martyr
Days after Dutch priest Fr. Frans van der Lugt was murdered in Syria, a close young friend recalled his saintly... Read more
Three years in, Catholics note brutality of Syrian conflict
As today marks the third anniversary of uprisings which led to civil war in Syria, Catholic leaders there and in... Read more
Peace requires 'daily commitment,' says Pope in Christmas message
In his Christmas message, Pope Francis prayed for peace throughout the world as a fruit of God`s grace, to be... Read more
Vatican launches healthcare initiative for Syrian refugee children
The Pontifical Council “Cor Unum” has collaborated with other Catholic organizations in order to arrange a special mission which will... Read more
Catholic patriarch fears extremist slant of Syrian rebel groups
Melkite Greek Catholic Patriarch Gregorios III of Antioch has said that the success of Syrian rebels could worsen the plight... Read more
Syrian Christians find lives 'paralyzed' by wartime chaos
Only peace can end the suffering of Syria’s Christian refugees, say local Christian leaders who emphasize the need to give... Read more
Do not forget Syria's Christians, priest urges Westerners
A Syrian priest has urged the West to remember the Christians in his country, many of whom are fleeing due... Read more
