(RNS) — During his recent visit to Africa, Pope Leo XIV was encouraging to a continent where religion, family and community are still vital in the lives of people. But he was also challenging, especially to the ruling elites whose corruption and infighting are keeping the continent from reaching its true potential. Much media attention…
By Emma De Ruiter & Yulia Schneider Published on 22/04/2026 – 17:07 GMT+2 Russian publishing house Eksmo has confirmed that its CEO Yevgeny Kapiev and three other employees are being questioned as part of a “criminal case on extremism” over the publication of books “dealing with LGBT themes.” ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT In a statement, Eksmo said the probe was…
Shorouk Express On The Ground newsletter: Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly international news dispatch Russia has banned the Elton John AIDS Foundation, claiming it undermines “traditional spiritual and moral values”. The ban targets two branches of the foundation, one based in…
