05.02.2026

Tajik President Denies Religious Freedom as He Strives for Total Control

Tajik President Emomali Rahmon’s authoritarian government regularly commits particularly severe violations of freedom of religion or belief (FoRB), restricting nearly all aspects of religious life to mute nonstate religious influences and strengthen its control over the country. 

Hearing Reminder - Deteriorating Religious Freedom Conditions in India

In 2026, religious freedom in the country remains on a downward trajectory, with the government tolerating particularly severe religious freedom violations. 

Laos: Her husband and son rejected her, but she knows God is good

In 2022, Mai Yea placed her trust in Christ after visiting her uncle, a Christian, who shared the gospel with her. 

Flares of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah strain fragile ceasefire

A fragile ceasefire is at risk. 

India: Three years later, Manipur State still without peace

Christians in India’s Manipur State need your prayers for wisdom as peacemakers in a deeply complex conflict.

China: Bibles reach people in the right places, at the right times

Over the past six years, ministry in China has changed and become more difficult. 

Hundreds Convicted In Nigeria Terror Trial Amid Fresh Attacks (Worthy News In-Depth)

Hundreds of militants have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms on terrorism charges in Nigeria’s largest such trial in recent memory, as fresh reports emerge of deadly attacks impacting civilian communities, observers said Thursday.

Tribal Men in India Assault Pastor, Family for their Faith

False charges of fraudulent conversion filed against him, he says.

Uncensored Newsletter | ChinaAid - Pastor John Cao - 04.30.2026

We come to you with a heavy yet hopeful heart regarding our beloved brother, Pastor John Sanqiang Cao.

Insurgent groups join forces to seize key Mali city

Kidal, a strategic city in northern Mali, has been captured by radical fighters, and the country’s defense minister has been killed. 

Bill submitted to Indian parliament could further complicate FCRA-rejected organizations

Christian organizations in India already impacted by changes to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) may face a new challenge, in the form of a bill sent to the Indian parliament at the end of March.

IS Claims Nigeria Village Attack That Killed Dozens, Christians Among Those At Risk

The Islamic State (IS) group has claimed responsibility for an attack on a village in northeastern Nigeria that killed at least 29 people, raising fresh concerns among Christians and other communities targeted by extremists.

He was killed by North Korean assassins

Ten years ago, Pastor Han Chung-Ryeol was murdered by North Korean government assassins for his ministry to North Koreans.

Iraq caught between Western pressure and Iranian-backed militias

Iraq feels the heat from the West as Iran gives field commanders free rein.

Egyptian Christian Convert Faces Terror Charges as Trial Opens in Cairo

The trial of Egyptian Christian convert Said Mansour Rezk Abdelrazek opened last week in Cairo, drawing renewed international concern over religious freedom in Egypt. 

Pakistan: Bill to Curb Child Marriage Passes in Punjab

Pakistan Islamists vehemently oppose legislation.

North Korea, South Korea: Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission: North Korean Human Rights Movement: Current Prospects and Obstacles

Congressional Hearing chaired by Congressmen Chris Smith and Jim McGovern

Nigeria Update: Episode 2

Genoside of Christians in Nigeria

The Upcoming U.S.-China Summit Cannot Ignore Victims of China’s Religious Freedom Repression

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) urges President Donald J. Trump to advocate for greater religious freedom for the people of China.

Iran’s human rights record faces scrutiny after UN appointment

Human rights observers say Iran has been killing more protesters since the war began in late February.

Christian Activist Dies In Russian Custody, Raising Fresh Concerns

A prominent Christian preacher and activist known for his anti-war views has died in Russian custody, Worthy News learned Monday.

Pakistan Urged to End Forced Conversions/Marriages

U.N.-appointed body cites impunity as driving cause.

Despite Promoting Religious Tolerance, Egypt Represses Religious Life for Many

The government of Egypt continues to systematically enforce laws, policies, and judicial decisions that repress non-Muslim religious life, including for Baha’is, Coptic Christians, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Jews, Qur’anists, members of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, and also non-believers. 

Iran ceasefire tested as believers face worsening conditions

To be or not to be? That’s the question surrounding a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. 

“God’s people can’t be forgotten”: Ministry urges prayer and action on Haiti food crisis

While many families choose their meals based on budget or preference, in Haiti circumstances leave limited room for choice.

Christians Urge Pakistan Lawmakers To Back Child Marriage Ban In Punjab

Christian advocates have urged legislators in Pakistan’s Punjab province to approve child marriage legislation in a country where millions of girls are married as children.

Christians Concerned Over Jailed Egyptian Convert Facing Terror Charges

Christians have expressed concern about the plight of Egyptian prisoner Saeid Mansour Abdulraziq, who converted from Islam to Christianity in 2016, joining the Russian Orthodox Church.

Christians Weigh Options After Evictions In Indonesia

Christians in an area of Java, Indonesia’s most populous island, are weighing their options after authorities evicted worshipers following protests by residents against their church presence, Christian sources told Worthy News Thursday.

Evangelist Killed In Uganda After Gospel Outreach, Church Leaders Say

Church leaders in central Uganda have expressed shock after an evangelist was reportedly killed following a Gospel outreach event.