The Holy Synod of the Polish Orthodox Church decided to canonize the Katyn Martyrs on March 18, naming several individuals as saints to be included in the diptych of saints of the church. The official canonization is set for September 17, 2025, the same day the Soviet army entered Poland in 1939. The decision also addressed other issues, such as theological dialogue with other churches and expressing concern about religious education in schools.
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Von der Leyen tells Xi EU-China ties are at ‘inflection point’
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa conveyed to Chinese leader Xi Jinping that EU-China relations are at an "inflection point" due to trade imbalances and China's support for Russia amid the Ukraine war. Both sides emphasized the need for mutual solutions to longstanding issues as the summit marks 50 years of EU-China relations, overshadowed by tensions over trade and geopolitical concerns. Want More Context? 🔎
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