EWTN News Nightly | Monday, February 23, 2026

EWTN News Nightly | Monday, February 23, 2026

Author: EWTN February 24, 2026 Duration: 25:57
A Christian pastor describes the situation on the ground as cartel violence erupts across Mexico. Meanwhile, Pope Leo makes his second Lenten stop in Rome at the Parish of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. And, The Holy Father calls on the faithful to let the Lord transform them this Lent.

Tune in to EWTN News Nightly for a clear-eyed look at the day's events through a lens of faith. This daily program goes beyond the headlines, offering thoughtful analysis and reporting on stories that matter to a global Catholic audience. Each episode brings together breaking news from around the world, significant developments from the corridors of power in Washington D.C. and Rome, and deeper explorations of issues at the intersection of faith and culture. You'll hear informed perspectives on top stories, along with dedicated reports from Capitol Hill, the White House, and the Vatican. Produced by EWTN, this podcast serves as a reliable source for those seeking to understand current events within a spiritual and moral framework. It’s a consistent voice in a noisy news cycle, providing context and clarity every weekday. The broadcast airs live at 6 and 9 PM Eastern, but the audio is available on-demand, making it easy to stay informed on your own schedule. For anyone looking for news coverage grounded in a Catholic worldview, this is an essential listen.
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EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, March 11, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:14
A Lebanese community is in mourning after a Catholic priest was killed helping parishioners amid the Iran war. Meanwhile, Pope Leo accepts the resignation of the Patriarch of the Chaldean Catholic Church in Iraq. And, th…
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, March 10, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:53
A Catholic priest was killed in an Israeli bombing while aiding a wounded parishioner in Lebanon. Meanwhile, Maryland Catholic students stranded in the UAE during Iran strikes have returned home safely. And, Pope Leo XIV…
EWTN News Nightly | Monday, March 9, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:18
Pope Leo XIV appoints Gabriele Caccia as the new ambassador to the U.S. Meanwhile, Pope Leo visits a parish in Rome, urging support for marginalized communities. And, on Capitol Hill, lawmakers clash on whether NATO shou…
EWTN News Nightly | Friday, March 6, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:35
Religious orders in the Holy Land provide shelter and hope amid violence from war in Iran. Meanwhile, on International Women’s Day, Sister of Life Mother Agnes Mary will receive the 2026 Given Fiat Award. And, lawmakers…
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, March 5, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:04
Trump replaces DHS Secretary Kristi Noem with Senator Markwayne Mullin. Meanwhile, the Vatican begins restoration of Michelangelo’s Last Judgment in the Sistine Chapel ahead of Holy Week. And, U.S. Catholic college Ave M…
EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, March 4, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:51
EWTN was given special access to ride alongside seminarians as they bike Rome’s traditional Lenten pilgrimage. Meanwhile, the 2026 international religious freedom report has been released. And, debate in Congress intensi…
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, March 3, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:16
An Iraqi archbishop addresses the U.S.–Iran conflict and the situation on the ground. Meanwhile, St. Peter’s Basilica unveils new Stations of the Cross. And, the Supreme Court blocks a California law restricting parental…
EWTN News Nightly | Monday, March 2, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:48
Middle East tensions spike as the US–Iran conflict reaches Lebanon and Iraq. Meanwhile, Catholic leaders call for peace as the conflict in Iran escalates. And, Pope Leo XIV visits a third parish in Rome for Lent.
EWTN News Nightly | Friday, February 27, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:13
Pope Leo XIV concludes a Lenten retreat at the Vatican. Meanwhile, U.S. bishops weigh in ahead of a hearing on Trump’s birthright citizenship order. And, post-State of the Union, Trump travels to Texas touting energy and…
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, February 26, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:28
A pro-abortion professor backs off a leadership role at Notre Dame University after backlash. Meanwhile, lawmakers weigh in on affair allegations against Catholic Rep. Tony Gonzales. And, we learn how the Church is helpi…