05/16/2012SYRIA Syria's war is between Alawis and Sunnis, not against Christians AsiaNews sources criticise the exploitation of recent anti-Christian attacks. For them, they are due to the war, not any planned persecution. So far, either Muslim extremists or government forces have targeted no church. Damascus
(AsiaNews) -"It is too early to speak about religious hatred against Christians
in Syria. In a year of conflict, Muslim extremists have not yet attacked a
church," sources in Syria told AsiaNews
in order to correct reports about anti-Christian...
05/16/2012NEPAL Whole regions without food as strikes and protests are held against the new constitution by Kalpit Parajuli Demonstrations have plunged the country into chaos. A 19-day general strike has grounded air transport to the western districts. More than 30 people have been hurt in clashes between indigenous groups and opponents of federalism. Ban Ki-Moon calls on Nepal to respect minorities in the new constitution.
05/16/2012VATICAN Pope: "There is no human cry that is not heard by God" General audience, Benedict XVI speaks of prayer in the Letters of St. Paul. It is true that "we do not know how to pray: We can only open ourselves up, make time available for God; wait for Him to help us truly enter into dialogue”. World Day of the Family, work, supports it and allows it to be open to life. Sunday "as a day of rest."
05/16/2012CHINA - UNITED STATES Chen Guangcheng tells US Congress about harassment against his family The blind dissident speaks to the US Congress for a second time since his escape, complaining about Communist authorities in Shandong who have arbitrarily arrested his relatives and friends. US State Department confirms that a visa is waiting for him and his family, "when he and his government are ready."
05/16/2012PAKISTAN Like Mary, Pakistani mothers are candles that burn for peace and for the future by Shafique Khokhar In Faisalabad, Catholics organised a tribute to mothers with the participation of priests, young people, mothers and children. For a Catholic activist, mothers are called to play an important role in eliminating gender biases. For Fr Bonnie Mendes, Our Lady is an "example" for all mothers. Mothers should also give peace-oriented gifts, not war toys, Pakistani priest says.
05/16/2012PAKISTAN Islamabad: Paul Bhatti proposes University for the Arts and Religions to counter persecution He presents the idea at a seminar on forced conversions. New laws should be adopted to protect non-Muslims from the practice. Ultimately, only education will lead to the nation's progress. He also proposes the creation of polytechnic colleges in poor rural areas with quotas for minorities.
05/16/2012INDONESIA Maluku, Christian neighborhood attacked by Mathias Hariyadi Unidentified persons set fire to houses and cars. Dozens of families have fled their homes for fear of new attacks. The clashes began last May 14 during the celebrations of the Indonesian hero Thomas Matulessy. Police rule out the Islamists.
05/16/2012SRI LANKA Government subsidies for third child. But only for the armed forces by Melani Manel Perera families of Navy, Air Force, Army and Police personnel. For an Anglican priest, it is the attempt to create a Sinhalese and Buddhist majority population. Criticism of human rights activists: risk of ethnic crisis.
05/16/2012RUSSIA Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill arrives on-Facebook by Nina Achmatova Despite Internet criticism, the leader of the Russian Church has arrived on the social networks in an attempt to "respond to the growing interest around his person."
05/16/2012ASIA Fears over Greece and Chinese loans drag Asian markets down Losses in Hong Kong (-2.7), Tokyo (0.8), Shanghai (-0.4), Seoul (-1.3). Influence of new elections in Greece and its possible pullout of euro zone, but also fears of a clampdown on loans by China.. Chinese banks, PetroChina and even gambling are in crisis.
05/16/2012MYANMAR - INDIA Burmese Dissident: amnesty and protection before exiles return to Myanmar President Thein Sein appeals to the Burmese diaspora, who for "various reasons" have left the country. Tint Swe, a political refugee in India: appeal will go unheard unless there are "real improvements" in terms of labor laws and security guarantees. Aung San Suu Kyi in favor of freezing U.S. sanctions.
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