02.03.2024

Please Pray for Pakistan as the General Election Nears

It is particularly important to remember religious minorities at times like these, as well as others who may be at greater risk of being targeted or harassed.

This Week: ChinaAid at the 2024 IRF Summit

ChinaAid was a proud partner at the Dec 30-31st 2024 IRF Summit and hosted a breakout session highlighting Chinese prisoners of conscience.

OCCUPIED UKRAINE: "Disappeared" Greek Catholic priests in Russian Investigation Prisons?

One of the two Greek Catholic priests seized by Russia's National Guard
(Rosgvardiya) in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Berdyansk in
November 2022 appears to have been transferred illegally to Russia.

Extremists murder candidate, attack homes and offices in lead-up to Pakistan vote

Violence spikes ahead of a nationwide vote in Pakistan.

What Christian leaders in restricted nations are looking for

In nations where Christianity is restricted, Christian leaders are hungry for mentors and discipleship.

Christians Tortured, Forced to Recite Islamic Creed in Pakistan

Brothers abducted and beaten with iron rods.

Violence against Christians in Nigeria continues

 In 2023, Nigeria was the deadliest place to be a Christian, a fact which doesn’t seem to be changing anytime soon.

FARMS partners with Cuban believers in a struggling economy

Citizens of Cuba face challenges on multiple fronts as the nation’s economy continues to flounder.

How to pray for Iran

We can’t do much to change conditions on the ground for our Christian brothers and sisters in places like Iran.

Is the Bible hate speech?

Jesus never promised that following Him would be popular. In fact, the Bible says the opposite.

Bible translators press on despite terrorism in Nigeria

Bible translation might not seem like a dangerous endeavor, but in some locations, terrorism is a necessary occupational hazard.

Pakistani Christians No Longer Required to Study Islam in School

The Pakistani government has decided that non-Muslim students will no longer be required to study Islam in school.

Iran: Armenian Christian Prisoner Hakop Gochumyan Trial Result Still Unknown

Armenian Christian Hakop Gochumyan is still being detained in Iran. 

Outlook Grim for Christians in Comoros Following Election

Comoros President Azali Assoumani was reelected last week, ensuring that Christians will face ongoing challenges and persecution on this small island off the Eastern coast of Africa.

A Year of Bumpy Ups and Downs for Religious Liberty in Vietnam

Despite all efforts, the country again lands on the U.S. Special Watch List.

With a hard-line agenda in place, persecution will increase in Iran

 Iran is getting ready to choose a new Supreme Leader, and the replacement process begins with elections on March 1.

Equal in writing only: the reality of Christians in Indonesia

The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) issued a report in January 2024 on the the state of religious freedom in Indonesia.

Muslim Extremist Attacks Devastate Churches in Nigeria

Dozens killed as worship hall is converted into mosque.

Man Slain at Catholic Church in Turkey was Muslim, Official Says

ISIS claims responsibility for shooting.

ChinaAid's 'Crime of Fraud' report released

Our ChinaAid team just released a new 'Crime of Fraud' report covering one of the Chinese Communist Party's most brutal persecution tactics.

Regional war threat looms over the Middle East

The UN’s top court demands that Israel do everything it can to prevent death, destruction, and any acts of genocide in Gaza.

Iran, Pakistan foreign ministers meet to repair security breach

Iran’s foreign minister and his Pakistani counterpart are meeting today to repair diplomatic ties.

Hope for Justice Dims in Christians’ Cases in Pakistan

Police accused of intimidation and lax investigations.