Israeli police threatened Christians trying to celebrate Easter as they corralled worshippers in occupied East Jerusalem
Pontiff had been increasingly vocal about Israel’s military campaign in Gaza before being hospitalised with pneumonia.
Orthodox Christians celebrate Holy Fire tradition in Jerusalem, passing miraculous flame in the ancient basilica.
The Vatican affirmed good relations with the US but noted ‘an exchange of opinions’ on global conflicts and migration.
Palestinian Christians in the occupied West Bank and Gaza find little joy beset by war and conflict.
Thousands of Sikhs celebrate Vaisakhi in Pakistan, with 6,500 Indian pilgrims visiting holy sites across the country.
Bethlehem artisans face a worsening crisis as Israel’s war on Gaza halts tourism and US tariffs threaten exports.
West Bengal leader Mamata Banerjee appeals for calm, saying Waqf Amendment Act will not be ‘applicable’ in state.
101 East meets the women fighting for the right to end their marriages in the deeply Catholic Philippines.
Charles tells Italy’s parliament that peace is ‘never to be taken for granted’ before a surprise visit to Pope Francis.
Amendments to 1995 law governing waqf endowments would add non-Muslims to boards that manage such properties.
Bill would add non-Muslims to boards that manage endowments and increase government say in validating properties.
Harvard President Garber has said lifesaving research is at stake amid Trump’s review of $9bn federal funding.
Muslims are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, a festive holiday marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.
