Pope Francis’ meeting with the representative of the Russian Church and the Joint Declaration which ensued are causing the most diverse reactions. Condemnation of Abortion…But Praise for Communist Cuba The pro-life movement is excited by the unexpected and clear statement against abortion, defending marriage between a man and a woman, and condemning … Read more
Vladimir Putin wants to restore the Soviet Union’s “glory” and revise, if not annul, the act recognizing the independence of the Baltic countries. Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia in Moscow’s Crosshairs The Russian news agency Interfax reported that the “new Russia” has decided to review the legality of the recognition of the independence … Read more
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has maintained himself in his post since 2010 by appealing to the conservative tenets of public opinion in Hungary. However, after starting an inexplicable political “dating” relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin, he has suffered a considerable and very symbolic defeat which has sown consternation among his … Read more
Man needs hope as much as the air he breathes. Lacking air, he feels asphyxiated; without hope, he falls into discouragement and despair. The upshot is that, when beset by life’s trials or in times of crises that affect countries, peoples and civilizations, he strives to find reasons for hope. A Russian … Read more