Ashley Soriano
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Wrapping up talks in US, father of slain hostage pessimistic about chances for a deal
American-Israeli hostage Itay Chen’s father Ruby posts on X that he left meetings with top Trump officials and others in Washington “pessimistic about [the possibility…
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U.S. wins release of Wells Fargo banker placed under exit ban in China
A Wells Fargo banker who had been barred from leaving China for several months has been allowed to return to the United States following negotiations…
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In suffering, ‘build a bridge towards heaven,’ Pope says at Jubilee of Consolation
Diane Foley, whose journalist son was beheaded by ISIS, said that “Jesus and Mary became my constant companions” in her suffering, “along with countless earthly…
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Pope praises forgiveness as mother of slain US journalist James Foley speaks of healing at Vatican vigil
Diane Foley recalls “moments of grace” while meeting her son’s killer.
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Pope at Jubilee: Consolation is found in ‘firm and stable’ faith
Diane Foley, mother of the late American journalist James Foley, told her story of faith and her reconciliation with a member of the so-called Islamic…
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Pope Leo hears testimonies of forgiveness
Pope Leo took part in a prayer vigil for the Jubilee of Consolation, where he listened to several testimonies, including from Diane Foley, mother of…
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Pope urges church to listen to sorrows of abuse victims, walk together
Two women shared testimonies of faith and healing, including Diane Foley, mother of slain U.S. journalist James W. Foley.
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Pope praises forgiveness as mother of slain US journalist James Foley speaks of healing at Vatican
Diane Foley was one of the featured speakers at a special Vatican vigil service in St. Peter’s Basilica on the eve of a Holy Year…
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Pope Leo XIV at Jubilee of Consolation: Where pain is deep, hope in Jesus must be stronger
The pope delivered his homily after hearing testimonies from Lucia Di Mauro and Diane Foley, whose sons were murdered.
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Foley Foundation to release 2025 Bringing Americans Home research report
The James W. Foley Legacy Foundation will release the results of its seventh annual Bringing Americans Home research report, which evaluates the effectiveness of U.S.…
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Inside Putin’s secret bunkers and his plot to kidnap a journalist
An elite spy agency under Russian President Vladimir Putin’s command orchestrated the arrest of an American basketball champion, Brittney Griner.
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Taliban official says US envoy agrees to prisoner swap in Kabul meeting
The reported visit follows one in March 2025 which led to the release of a US citizen held for more than two years in Afghanistan.