Dario Salvi

At least 14 are in prison, another 30 are wanted by the police. The young people are part of the All Burma Federation of Student Unions (Abfsu) and were demonstrating for a conflict that has claimed hundreds of victims, including children. University in Meiktila: government and army "do not want peace".

The 83-year-old new leader succeeds Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, 91, who died yesterday in the United States where he had been hospitalised since July. Considered the "dean of Arab diplomacy,” the late emir was able to maintain relations with Washington, Riyadh, Tehran and Doha, a path the new leader is likely to follow. However, he is not expected to join the Abraham Accords.

In the capital and in the big cities, Christians can live their faith freely, but the situation is different in rural areas, where abuses and persecution are commonplace. A new law aims to promote a better understanding of the religious minority, often incorrectly associated with Western imperialism.

The norm, proposed by the executive, gets a green light at the end of a marathon meeting of Parliament. It bans demonstrating beyond one kilometre away from one's home. For the opposition, the directive violates the rights of citizens. According to a survey, only 25% approve of the government's work.

Myanmar patrol operations worry Bangladesh, which responded by deploying more forces. The fear is that a new exodus of Rohingya refugees could be triggered. Prime Minister Hasina raised the issue at the UN, asking for the intervention of the international community.

The activist on hunger strike since 11 August to raise awareness of the risks for detainees in time of the new coronavirus pandemic. On 19 September she ended up in hospital for heart problems. Four days later she was returned to her cell. The appeal of NGOs and activists for her release and adequate medical care. She is serving of 38 and a half years in prison and 148 lashes.

Houthi and government delegates, supported by the Saudis, signed the exchange of 1081 prisoners. At the end of the meeting an embrace between the parties. UN special envoy: rare event, such a large number happens "at the end of the war". The hope of a national truce.

The dean of the Chaldean seminary remembers Fr Ragheed and Archbishop Rahho in relation to his ordination. He repeatedly tells his 15 students to heed Pope John Paul II’s motto “Do not be afraid!”. Instability and insecurity lead to flight. Parents fear that their sons will be killed if he becomes priests. He urges young people to follow “Christ's call”. This is the third and last part of the report on vocations in Iraq.

The agreement signed in Turkey, after days of negotiations mediated by the Ankara government. Presidential and parliamentary elections are scheduled, as well as the presidency of the Palestinian Authority. Hamas leader: "Real consensus reached". The effects of the "Abraham Agreements" are also on the table.

Wameedh Khalid Francis, 21, is one of 15 students attending St Peter’s Chaldean Seminary in Ankawa. He had his first inklings of a vocation when he went to church during childhood. The priest of Telskuf set an example during the early rise of the Islamic State. Service is the heart of the mission. This is the second part of a report on vocations in Iraq.

Sister Marissa Viri elected president of CEAP during a conference, held online due to the pandemic. Her swearing in scheduled for tomorrow, in a closed-door ceremony. Founded in 1941 and with 1524 connected schools, CEAP is one of the most important institutions in the field of education, Catholic and otherwise.

Emigration and instability have led to drastic shortages in the number of priests and people dedicated to the consecrated life in Iraq. The patriarch calls on parents to encourage and support their children in this choice. Families are the “first place” in which to instill the seed of faith and “nurture it through prayer and contemplation”.