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The Monitor's ViewWhy Iraq gives Syria a handBy welcoming Syria’s new leader – a former Al Qaeda terrorist – Iraq shows a generosity born of its own violent past to lift a neighbor emerging from conflict.- A Christian Science PerspectiveHealing acute and chronic painAt every moment, God is giving us what we need to know to find freedom from illness.
The Monitor's ViewThe art of emancipation in ParisAn exhibit at the Centre Pompidou displays the creativity of Black artists from Africa, the Caribbean, and the United States, who flocked to the French capital after 1945 for mental liberation from stereotypes.
A Christian Science PerspectiveProving that life is immortalJesus showed us that we can take up our cross and prove in small and significant ways the true spirituality of existence.
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The Monitor's ViewLebanon digs deep for its identityTorn by war and a once-dominant Hezbollah militia, the country looks to shared culture and other bonding ways to heal sectarian divides.- A Christian Science PerspectiveResurrection moments – here and nowChrist empowers us to rise out of a sense of life in matter into the understanding of God as Life, which brings healing and joy.
The Monitor's ViewHow social trust propels Ivory CoastBetter cohesion among a diverse population has helped Ivory Coast become a model in economic progress. Now it may do the same in politics if a new generation takes over.- A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding strength in stillnessFeeling overwhelmed by the demands and noise of everyday life? Taking a prayerful pause to affirm and feel God’s guiding love can bring inspiration and peace.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Iran and US need OmanThe wisdom of Oman as a patient, listening go-between will be essential for negotiating a new deal over Iran’s nuclear program and its proxy militias.- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe higher view that moves us forwardLooking to God to inform our sense of reality brings progress and healing.
The Monitor's ViewIn tariff tiffs, the art of compromiseEurope’s calm and measured response to the Trump tariffs takes the long view and relies on patient deliberation.- A Christian Science PerspectiveA kitchen pot and a beautiful promiseTurning our thought to God, who is all good, brings protection and healing.
The Monitor's ViewWhat a Jewish-Muslim bond can doAzerbaijan, a largely Muslim nation that lives in harmony with its Jewish minority, helps mediate between Israel and Turkey over their sparring in Syria.- A Christian Science PerspectiveOur spiritual homeHaving a clear sense of our God-established spiritual home brings inspiration and confidence to the building process.
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