Catholic convert in Iran sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison: report
The sentencing highlights the dangers of limited religious freedom under the rule of an Islamic confessional state.
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Articles tagged Catholic-Muslim dialogue
‘Holy Virgin Mary’ metro opened in Iran amid repression of Christians
New station's tribute to the Blessed Virgin Mary highlights the paradox and dangers of only apparent religious freedom rights under the rule of an Islamic confessional state.
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Pope Leo urges Christians to ‘be less fearful’ of Islam, encourages ‘dialogue’ with Muslims
'One of the values of this trip is precisely to raise the world’s attention to the possibility that dialogue and friendship between Muslims and Christians is possible,' Leo stated.
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Vatican: Ramadan is for Catholics ‘a school of inner transformation’
In a seemingly ecumenical appeal, the Vatican praised Islamic Ramadan as a means of ‘inner conversion’ and emphasized a parallel with Christian Lent. The message follows Pope Francis’ push for interfaith dialogue, which critics say downplays theological issues.
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