Militia drive Iraqi Christians out from their homes, seize property
Iran-backed militia have taken control of Christian houses, whilst seizing property belonging to churches in Baghdad.
'Terror' tunnels collapse near Egypt-Israel border, seen as an 'act of God'
Within the course of three weeks, four tunnels that connect Egypt to Israel have collapsed, reportedly killing 11 terrorists.
Terrorists in Burkina Faso release Christian missionary, but retains husband
An Australian missionary has been freed by a group affiliated to the international terrorist organization Al Qaeda.
Chinese pastor released after spending 5 months in 'black jail'
A church pastor has reportedly been released by Chinese authorities from a 'black jail' after five months of detention.
China witnesses spiritual revival amidst rising persecution from authorities
Government-controlled Christian churches across the country are witnesses huge revival, a recent report has found.
Evangelist Andrew Palau shares Gospel in Dominican Republic
An evangelist has taken part in sharing God's gift of salvation to the people of Dominican Republic.
Over 58,000 children 'face death' in Somalia drought, UN says
The UN has warned that more than 50,000 children in Somalia "face death" because of the ongoing drought.
Swedish police arrest 14 men suspected for planning an attack on asylum center
Swedish police have arrested 14 Polish far-right activists for allegedly planning to attack an asylum center, after finding knives, iron pipes and axes in their cars.
Man arrested for setting church on fire
A 29-year-old driver has been accused of ramming a car through the gates at a church, then trying to set fire to its floor.
Japan scraps UNESCO World Heritage bid for historic Christian sites
Japan withdrew its bid for UNESCO to add churches and other Christian sites in the southwestern region to the World Heritage register.
Taiwan developer in custody after deadly quake fells building
A local court in the southern Taiwan city of Tainan ruled on Tuesday to take into custody the developer of a building which collapsed during an earthquake at the weekend that killed at least 39 people.
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12 Christians Detained in Algeria After Worship Gathering as Police Seize Bibles
Algerian special forces raided a Christian worship gathering at a humanitarian shelter on Sept. 4, detaining all 12 people present on suspicion of holding an unauthorized non-Muslim religious service. Police entered the site and transferred the 12 detained Christians to the Bethioua police station.
Colorado Christian School Sees 96 Student Baptisms Through “5th Quarter” Gatherings
Nearly 100 students have been baptized during five periodic worship gatherings held at a Christian high school in Colorado after athletic competitions. Valor Christian High School in Highlands Ranch launched the 5th Quarter gatherings in fall 2024 and holds the student-focused worship and testimony events twice each academic year.
Iran Faces UN Scrutiny Over Confiscation of Historic Protestant Church
Two United Nations experts have called on Iran to explain the confiscation of St. Peter’s Evangelical Church in Tehran and the eviction of Christian families from the property. Reports emerged in July that Iranian authorities had seized the church, described as the country’s oldest Protestant congregation, and removed Christian residents living on the site.
Trump Highlights Global Christian Persecution at UN, Warns Iran of “Annihilation” Without Deal
President Donald Trump used his address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday to draw attention to the persecution of Christians worldwide, criticizing the U.N. Human Rights Council for giving the issue little attention while condemning some of the world’s most repressive governments. “Christians are being persecuted all over the world; it's not even believable. I never thought I'd say it, but it's been happening for a long time.”
Baptist pastor, other Christians killed in attacks in Plateau state, Nigeria
Fulani militia attacks in one county in Plateau state, Nigeria over the weekend killed at least eight Christians, including a Baptist pastor and a church employee on their way to church services on Sunday (Sept. 20), sources said.