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                                                         File photo: Youssef Ragg Lebanon has urged Cypriot authorities and the public not to conflate the Lebanese state with Hezbollah following a drone strike that originated from Lebanese territory and hit Cyprus six days earlier. Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi emphasized that the attack was carried out independently by Hezbollah and does not reflect the policies, values, or intentions of the Lebanese government.  Raggi stressed that Lebanon rejects any attempt to use its territory for external agendas and reiterated that Hezbollah’s actions fall outside the state’s legal authority. He called on Cyprus to distinguish between the official Lebanese government and groups operating autonomously, noting that Lebanon has consistently affirmed its sovereignty ...
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A Historic Prayer: King Charles and Pope Leo Unite in Faith After 500 Years

Britain's King Charles speaks with Pope Leo XIV in the courtyard of San Damaso, as Queen Camilla stands next to them, following an ecumenical prayer in the Sistine Chapelle led by the Pope and Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell, at the Vatican.

In a moment steeped in symbolism and history, King Charles and Pope Leo came together in joint prayer — the first such occasion in half a millennium. The gathering, held within the hallowed walls of a centuries-old cathedral, marked a powerful gesture of reconciliation and unity between the British monarchy and the papacy.

Observers described the atmosphere as reverent and deeply moving, with both leaders emphasizing the importance of dialogue, humility, and shared values in a world often divided by conflict. The prayer was not only a spiritual act but also a reminder of the enduring ties between faith and leadership, bridging traditions that have long stood apart.

Historians note that such a meeting would have been unthinkable in previous centuries, when political and religious rifts defined relations between the crown and the Vatican. Today, however, the joint prayer stands as a testament to the possibility of healing and cooperation across divides.

As the echoes of their words filled the cathedral, many saw the moment as a beacon of hope — a reminder that even after 500 years, bridges can be rebuilt.


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