Commentary: On the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, we should remember displaced people from Afghanistan, Ukraine and other countries, even when their tragic stories no longer dominate the headlines.
As security forces in Myanmar have increased their crackdown on civilians, with disappearances, detentions and the killing of peaceful protesters, Pope Francis appealed for an end to violence and the start of dialogue.
The United Nations and human right groups have strongly condemned the worsening bloodshed in Myanmar as at least 38 people were killed in the military's crackdown on protesters March 14.
Pope Francis' pilgrimage to Iraq helped to show pastoral solidarity with his suffering Christian flock, call for peace and reconciliation for the Iraqi people and establish improved relations between Christians and Muslims.
In support of the city's Burmese population following the military coup in Myanmar, three Catholic churches hosted a prayer service Feb. 11 at Roncalli High School in Indianapolis.
U.S. President Joe Biden ordered new sanctions against the military regime in Myanmar to prevent six generals from accessing $1 billion in Myanmar government funds in the United States.
