We asked people in three dozen countries how they see religion's role in society, government and national identity.

Large shares of adults in most of the 36 countries we surveyed say religion helps society rather than harms it. Most also say ...

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“Hope was expressed that there would soon be a cessation of hostilities on all fronts and that the Middle East could be a land of peace,” the statement read. “Christians remain an essential element of ...

While some parts of the world experience horrific terrorism and abuse of Christians, churches have the opportunity to make the biggest difference for religious freedom in the world today. In this ...

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The Vatican’s comprehensive and nuanced approach reflects the region’s complex realities.

In the third edition of his column exploring the new wave of boundary-pushing folk and traditional music, Patrick Clarke delves into music's role in our intimate relationship with place, and rounds up ...

The lawmakers, including figures from the ruling Likud party and its coalition allies Religious Zionism ... for Gaza’s civilian population. Middle East Eye delivers independent and unrivalled ...