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Egypt: Christian Convicted of Blasphemy
Posted on Thursday, May 14, 2015
Yet another Christian has been convicted of blasphemy for "ridiculing or insulting a heavenly religion" in violation of the Egyptian Penal Code's Article 98(f).
Iran Threatens Imprisoned Pastor
Posted on Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Iranian authorities have been threatening to hold an imprisoned American-Iranian pastor in prison indefinitely, according to Morning Star News.
India: ‘Freedom of Religion’ Law Fails
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2015
The failure of Hindu nationalists to pass a so-called freedom of religion law has been hailed as a victory for Christians and other religious minorities in India.
Syrian Christians killed, wounded in Aleppo
Posted on Friday, April 17, 2015
Armenians in Aleppo -- the largest city in Syria -- have been under siege since Holy Week from rocket attacks that have killed 30 and injured almost 60.
Niger: Muslims Burn 69 Churches; Christians Forgive
Posted on Thursday, April 16, 2015
It took only a few hours, but it was enough time for hundreds of radical Muslims in Niger, West Africa, to destroy dozens of churches and several Christian homes. Ten people lost their lives and hundreds were injured…

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Christian persecution includes any form of harassment, discrimination, legal restriction, or violence targeted at believers because of their faith in Jesus Christ. It ranges from social and economic pressure to imprisonment, torture, and martyrdom.

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