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Jimmy Lai’s family, advocates appeal for his release
Family members and advocates of imprisoned Catholic pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai have offered urgent pleas for his release ahead of President Xi Jinping’s planned trip to the United States to meet President Donald Trump. Source: EWTN News.
Korean bishops oppose troop deployment to Strait of Hormuz
South Korea’s Catholic bishops have opposed a reported government plan to deploy troops and military assets to the Strait of Hormuz. Source: UCA News.
Koreans call for end to nuclear ahead of Fukushima anniversary
Catholics in Seoul have begun a series of public Masses opposing the extension and expansion of nuclear power plants, ahead of the 15th anniversary of the Fukushima disaster. Source: Vatican News.
In Taiwan, Eucharistic adoration begins with a simple invitation
Eucharistic adoration is gaining traction in Taiwan through its National Eucharistic Congress, amid geopolitical tensions. Source: National Catholic Register.
Jimmy Lai’s family responds to 20-year prison sentence
Jimmy Lai’s family is calling on world leaders to help free the Catholic pro-democracy activist after he received a 20-year prison sentence from a Hong Kong high court. Source: EWTN News.
Jimmy Lai facing life in prison after conviction in security trial
Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy former Hong Kong media mogul and outspoken critic of Beijing, was convicted in a landmark national security trial in the city’s court yesterday, which could send him to prison for the rest of his life. Source: Crux.
Hong Kong diocese mourns victims of apartment complex fire
Hong Kong is calling for prayer and mourning after a devastating fire at an apartment complex left at least 146 people dead and about 100 still missing. Source: UCA News.
Pope prays for victims of devastating Hong Kong fire
In a telegram addressed to the Bishop of Hong Kong, Pope Leo XIV said he is praying for victims of a devastating fire at an apartment complex in the city’s Tai Po district. Source: Vatican News.
Another delay in Hong Kong trial of Catholic media tycoon
The trial of a Catholic democracy activist in Hong Kong on charges of collusion with foreigners and seditious activity was delayed – again – on Friday, due to concerns over the defendant’s health. Source: Crux.