The Archdiocese of Detroit is considering ending Sunday Mass in up to 90 parishes. Paradoxically, Archbishop Weisenburger last year eliminated the Extraordinary Form Mass in 13 locations, known for attracting young people and families. Pierre-Antoine Vasseur analyzes what this decision reveals about the structural crisis of the Church in the United States.
Jun 24, 2026 9 4
Technical discussions between Iran and the United States in Switzerland led to the creation of four working groups. However, the Iranian negotiator reaffirmed Tehran's authority over the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Trump criticized Congress for demanding the withdrawal of his forces. Pierre-Antoine Vasseur analyzes this Gordian knot for the region's Christians.
Jun 24, 2026 12 1
Following consultations in Switzerland, Iran and the United States formalized the creation of four working groups. However, Tehran simultaneously reaffirmed its control over the Strait of Hormuz. For Iranian Christians, nothing has changed.
Jun 23, 2026 8 2
Iran has just reasserted its unilateral authority over the Strait of Hormuz, putting an end to the technical discussions following the US-Iran agreement. The hoped-for de-escalation is fading. Pierre-Antoine Vasseur recalls what this means for Iran's Christian minorities.
Jun 23, 2026 6 3
On June 18, Trump and Tehran signed the 14-point protocol. Hormuz was supposed to reopen. On June 20, Iran closed the strait again. Over 4,000 dead in Lebanon since the start of the conflict. Cardinal Pizzaballa remains on site and says: "I will not abandon you."
Jun 23, 2026 8 4
