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UN experts raise ‘grave concern’ over violence against Christian women and girls in Nigeria
UN experts have raised concerns over worsening violence and insecurity in Nigeria, warning that Christian women and girls are among those facing an elevated threat of killings, abduction, sexual violence and forced marriage.
Seven Christians held incommunicado by China
The charges against those arrested have not been disclosed.
Afghan Christians at risk of 'genocide'
The Taliban appear divided over enforcing draconian apostasy laws at the expense of international acceptance.
Global church body concerned for Armenian Church amid dispute with state
The Armenian Apostolic Church (AAC) has been engaged in a years long cold war with the Armenian government.
Twenty African countries back charter affirming traditional marriage and opposition to abortion
Twenty African countries have endorsed a new charter affirming national sovereignty over issues including abortion, marriage and family policy, amid an ongoing debate over the influence of Western governments and international organisations on social policy across the continent.
Bishop calls on Andy Burnham to help free Jimmy Lai
Jimmy Lai turned to Christ during the uncertain period following the handover of Hong Kong to China.
IDF closes off Christian village to 'protect' it from 'relentless' settler attacks
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have surrounded the only all-Christian village in the West Bank in an apparent move to protect the town from regular attacks by Israeli settlers.
Evangelicals seek to serve following Ceuta crisis
“Just imagine: in five or six hours, more than 70,000 people have entered your city, which has a population of 85,000. You’re left in shock," said a local pastor.
Haitian bishop warns gangs are targeting Church as violence forces parish closures
“We keep praying, singing and dancing,” says one local bishop despite the daily threat of violence.
Canadian family claim Christian grandmother was euthanised against her wishes
The 83-year-old grandmother allegedly could not correctly answer questions on how many siblings she had and yet was declared mentally capable.
World’s tallest statue of Jesus planned in Armenia
A business tycoon with political ambitions is planning to build the world’s tallest statue of Jesus Christ in his home country of Armenia.
Bethel pausing sale of The Passion Translation amid backlash
Bethel Church is pausing the sale of The Passion Translation, a Bible paraphrase also known as TPT, the Redding, California, congregation said in a statement, as numerous Christians continue to point to significant concerns about the paraphrase.
Religion, immigration and abortion could shape key US Senate races, new polling suggests
Religious demographics vary considerably across the five battleground states and could influence voter behaviour.
Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace in Sudan and Ukraine amid growing humanitarian crises
Pope Leo XIV has renewed his call for peace in both Sudan and Ukraine, urging political and military leaders to protect civilians and respect international humanitarian law.
Nigeria risks losing major US aid package over Christian persecution concerns
Nigeria could lose access to a significant share of a new United States health and humanitarian assistance package unless it demonstrates progress in tackling violence against Christians, according to a bilateral agreement between Washington and Abuja.
Religion question on Australian census becomes online battleground
Online campaigns to influence census religion data go back decades.