01.31.2026

Please pray for a Christian community in Midapalli, a village in India’s Maharashtra State

Today our prayers are for a Christian community in Midapalli, a village in India’s Maharashtra State.

Pastor in South Sudan Refugee Camp Jailed after Muslim Converts

Christian woman, 18, expelled from home fears returning.

Christian Worker Escapes Death After Attempted Burning by Extremist in Pakistan

A Pakistani Christian laborer is recovering from his injuries after he was allegedly nearly burned alive by a suspected Muslim extremist for his faith in Christ in Pakistan’s Punjab province, highlighting ongoing threats faced by Christians and other minorities in the Islamic nation.

Breaking Uncensored News | ChinaAid Newsletter - 01.29.2026

Join us as we walk with the persecuted faithful. This week, recurring unexpected raids on churches cause 12-year-old girl severe psychological panic disorder, a Chinese filmmaker has been detained for over 50 days, Chengdu's Early Rain Covenant Church leaders were formally charged, Kazakhstan unleashes an intimidation and harassment campaign on Kazakhs, and China imposes passport control on Catholic clergy.

One child rescued, one heart transformed, one village opened to Christ

When the Holy Spirit moved an evangelist to ransom a young boy from slavery, a chain of events unfolded for the glory of God.

Christian Nurses Acquitted After Four-and-a-Half-Year Blasphemy Ordeal In Pakistan

Four and a half years of difficult legal proceedings have ended for two Christian nurses in Pakistan’s Punjab province after both were acquitted of blasphemy charges, Christians told Worthy News Tuesday.

Muslim in Pakistan Sets Christian on Fire over Petty Dispute

'Shockingly disproportionate' attack indicates religious factor.

Pastor Assaulted in India Felt Police Left Him to Die

Hindu nationalists tried to force him to worship Hindu deity.

Continue to Pray for Iranian Christians

Reports on the death toll from the protests in Iran are horrific, with anywhere from 6,000 to 30,000 or more dead, depending on the source.

The Egyptian Government’s Escalation Against Religious Minorities Reinforces USCIRF’s Recommendation for Placement on the Special Watch List 

Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) reiterates its call for the Trump administration to include Egypt on the Special Watch List. Earlier this month, an Egyptian court sentenced a Christian man, Augustin Samaan, to five years’ imprisonment for ‘contempt of religion,’ based on Egypt’s blasphemy law.

Ukraine:  "If we don't register, they'll come to every service and stop it"

In apparently coordinated raids, Russian officials raided the Sunday
morning meetings for worship of two Council of Churches Baptist
congregations on 25 January. Police and military officers (some armed with
automatic weapons) raided the church in the town of Krasnodon [official
Ukrainian name Sorokyne] in Russian-occupied Luhansk Region.

Malaysia: Hope despite another setback in missing Pastor Raymond Koh case

This week has brought a new development in the case of Pastor Raymond Koh, who was abducted from the streets of Malaysia in 2017. 

Faith persists as pressure mounts in China

China continues to tighten its grip on believers. Many churches face increasing surveillance and pressure from the government.

Pakistan Abduction, Abuse Cases Highlight Plight Of Christian Girls In Punjab

Reported abuses suffered by two Christian girls in Pakistan’s Punjab province have highlighted growing concern about the treatment of Christian women and children in the Islamic nation.

Islamic State-Linked Attack In Congo Kills At Least 25; Eastern Violence Raises Persecution Concerns

At least 25 people, were killed early Sunday in a “brutal attack” by an Islamic State-linked militant group in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), local rights groups and officials said, as violence continues to plague the region.

Afghan believer attacked while sharing God’s Word in Afghanistan

Afghans who come to Christ are not discouraged by the threatening shadow of persecution. Instead, they follow the Great Commission, even when it costs their security and health.

Concerns mounting as backlash continues on Iranian protesters

Repercussions are far from over in Iran after a month of deadly protests and government crackdown. The Center for Human Rights in Iran reports mass arbitrary arrests, house raids, denial of legal counsel, forced disappearances, and worse as the regime tries to stamp out remaining opposition. 

Christmas creates Gospel opportunities in China

Christmas is an afterthought in most parts of the world today. Decorations are stored, and shiny new toys have become routine. 

British Police Ban ‘Walk With Jesus’ March In Muslim Area Of London

British police have banned a “Walk with Jesus” march through a predominantly Muslim part of London, citing concerns it could lead to “violence and serious disorder.”

Ireland Jails Christian Teacher Who ‘Misgendered’ Transgender Student

An Irish Christian teacher has been jailed again for appearing at a central Ireland school despite being dismissed over “misgendering” a transgender student.

Another Mass Abduction in Nigera

ICC Global Digest

Afflicted but not crushed: an update from the church in Uganda

Ugandan Christians are facing pressure from East and West, as reports of attacks surface across the country.