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Pope Francis walks by a photo showing the destruction of an atomic bomb during a visit to the Jesuit-run Sophia University in Tokyo on Nov. 26, 2019. (CNS photo/Vatican Media via Reuters)
Politics & SocietyShort Take
David Cortright
The Trump administration is moving toward a new nuclear arms race with Russia, warns David Cortright of the University of Notre Dame, but there is still a chance to turn back.
Politics & SocietyVantage Point
L. C. McHugh, S.J.
James B. Donovan closely followed the spy trial of Francis Gary Powers, an American U-2 pilot shot down over the Soviet Union in May 1960, and was interviewed by America.
Politics & SocietyEditorials
The Editors
Why we need to uphold our arms control agreement with Russia and take the existential threat of nuclear weapons more seriously.
Two Catholic priests sit side by side wearing black clerical robes
FaithNews
Claire Giangravé - Religion News Service
The synod requires some delicate diplomacy for the Vatican, which under this pontificate has made numerous efforts to strengthen relations with Russia, notably signing a joint declaration with Patriarch Kirill of Moscow during Pope Francis’ February 2016 visit to Havana.
Politics & SocietyEditorials
The Editors
Restoring public trust in the way we elect our political leaders is an immediate task.
Pope Francis talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a private audience at the Vatican July 4, 2019. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) 
Politics & SocietyNews
Catholic News Service
Pope Francis welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin to the Vatican July 4. Russia plays a major role in conflicts in Ukraine and Syria.