A well known talk-show host in Pakistan has been banned due to inflammatory rhetoric in which he accused liberal activists of blasphemy, potentially putting their lives at risk.
North Korea, Iraq, Syria and Nigeria: The staggering levels of persecution against Christians around the world is documented in a new 'Hall of Shame' list released by watchdog International Christian Concern.
Prince Charles has been hailed by Iraqi Church leaders after using a slot on BBC Radio 4's Thought For The Day to call for increased support for persecuted Christians.
Archbishop Justin Welby laments the Christian persecution and suffering seen in the last year, but also celebrates the unity of the Church and the call to live in hope.