If clerics arrested over Christmas are not released, the United States may be prepared to take further pressure, said Eric Jacobstein, who handles Central American affairs at the U.S. Department of State. – There is always a possibility [nałożenia] further sanctions against Nicaragua, he stressed. Jacobstein emphasized that the actions of local authorities, such as […]
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Nigeria: another kidnapping of Catholic priests
Priest of the Congregation of the Missionaries of Africa (White Fathers) Fr. Paul Sanogo and Melkiori seminarian Dominic Mahinini were kidnapped in Minna Diocese, Niger State, Western Nigeria. Unlike previous similar events, this time both are kidnapped by foreigners: the white father is from Burkina Faso and the future priest is from Tanzania. Abduction of […]