Iranian Christians tried on Easter for Their Faith
Pastor Matthias Haghnejad and eleven members of his congregation were tried in Iran during Easter for their faith in Christ and are now awaiting the verdict.
Christian Persecution
Blind Chinese Activist Flees To US Embassy
A blind activist who became a symbol of the fight more religious and political rights in China has fled to the United States embassy in Beijing after escaping from house arrest, but others close to him have been detained, Christian rights activists told Worthy News.
Hindu Villagers Attack Christian Mourners
Hindus who tried to stop the burial of a Christian convert last week in Chattisgar state beat a pastor and other Christians, including children and the elderly, according to Compass News.
15 Christians Killed In Nigeria Attack
Suspected Islamic militants attacked a Christian worship service in in northern Nigeria Sunday, April 29, killing over a dozen people and injuring many others, an evangelist told Worthy News from the region.
Religious Hostilities Heighten Worldwide
For three-fourths of the world’s population, practicing one’s religion is becoming more difficult due to government restrictions and public hostilities, according to the Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life.
Monuments destroyed to wipe out Iranian Christian heritage
Historic Christian monuments in Iran are being destroyed, or allowed to fall into disrepair in an attempt by the Islamic authorities to wipe out that country’s Christian heritage.
Sweden Plans Deportation Iranian Christians Despite Dangers
There was concern over the plight of several Iranian Christian asylum seekers in Sweden Tuesday, April 24, after Swedish authorities decided to deport them despite fears they may be jailed or even executed there, Christians said.
Musicians to Mark Third Anniversary of Christian’s Arrest in Pakistan
The third anniversary of Asia Bibi’s illegal imprisonment will be marked by a rally and concert outside Pakistan’s London embassy June 14.
South Sudan Withdraws from Disputed Border
South Sudan announced today it would withdraw its troops from the disputed border territory its forces recently acquired, thereby avoiding an all-out war with neighboring Sudan.
Thousands of Sudanese Christians Seeking Shelter Amid “All-Out-War” Threat
Christian aid workers warned of a looming “all-out war” between Sudan and South Sudan with thousands of Christians in both nations seeking shelter.
Kuwait’s Parliament Passes Death Penalty for Blasphemy
Kuwait’s parliament provisionally passed amendments to its penal code Thursday requiring the death penalty for anyone who curses Allah, the Prophet Mohammad, or his many wives.
Azerbaijan Judge to “liquidate” church?
A court in Baku will decide next week whether Greater Grace Protestant Church – which has been registered with the state for 19 years – should be liquidated, according to Forum 18 News Service.
India Muslim Militants Attack Christians, Several Injured
Christians in India’s eastern West Bengal state were recovering of their injuries Thursday, April 12, after Muslim militants broke up a prayer meeting and beat up believers, including women, local police and Christians said.
Suspected Maoist Rebels Kill Indian Pastor
A 35-year-old church pastor was murdered in India’s southeastern Andhra Pradesh state by suspected Maoist rebels who slit his throat, police and Indian rights activists confirmed Thursday, April 12.
Pakistani Parliament Passes New Guidelines
Pakistan’s parliament unanimously approved new guidelines Thursday to govern the nation’s relations with the United States.
Cuba Reluctant To Detain Suspects In Attack On Pastor, Christians say
Over two months after a Cuban pastor was beaten and left unconscious in eastern Cuba, officials have still no suspects in the case, Christian rights activists told Worthy News Wednesday, April 10.
38 Killed In Easter Bombing Near Nigerian Churches
A car bombing in the northern Nigerian town of Kudana killed dozens of people and damaged churches during an Easter worship service Sunday, April 8, officials and Christians said.
12 Iranian Christians Stand Trial Easter Sunday
Twelve Christians are to stand trial in Iran on Easter Sunday on charges including “crimes against the order”, an activist assisting them with advocacy told Worthy News.
Sudan Bombs Churches and Schools
After earlier denying that it had bombed civilians, last week Sudanese aerial strikes targeted church buildings and schools in Kauda, South Kordofan state.
Lao Christians ‘Reclaim’ Confiscated Church Buildings
Members of three evangelical churches in southern Laos began reclaiming their church buildings confiscated by Lao authorities in a daring move to worship during Palm Sunday, the countdown to Easter, a representative told Worthy News.