Berlin Marks 35th Anniversary of Berlin Wall’s Fall with Calls to Preserve Freedom Germany commemorated the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall on November 9, celebrating the triumph of freedom and democracy while reflecting on the challenges these values face globally. Constructed in 1961, the Berlin Wall was more than just a […]
Month: November 2024
KARACHI/ISLAMABAD/LAHORE, November 15: On the occasion of the International Day for Tolerance, Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has emphasized the significance of fostering mutual respect, understanding, and compassion among diverse communities to build a harmonious society. He highlighted tolerance as a cornerstone of peaceful coexistence and a prerequisite for the development of […]
The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) will convene a virtual hearing on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM ET to address the challenges posed by Entities of Particular Concern (EPCs) to international religious freedom. U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Hearing Addressing Entities of Particular Concern: Non-State Actors and Egregious […]
“When you have a society where people respect each other’s right to believe and behave according to their beliefs, then you have the recipe for a peaceful and prosperous society, and in that condition, normal business can thrive.” In the latest episode of Religious Freedom and Business Foundation Religion at Work podcast, host Professor Binna […]
Marco Rubio Nominated as Secretary of State: A Defender of Religious Freedom on the Global Stage Washington, D.C. – President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State has been hailed as a pivotal moment in Rubio’s distinguished public service career, marked by his steadfast defense of religious freedom and human rights. […]
November 14, 2024 Religious freedom violations and violence committed in the name of religion dominate daily headlines, highlighting a pressing global issue. Recognized as a fundamental human right, freedom of religion or belief is enshrined in key international legal instruments such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) and various United Nations […]
California Pastor Greg Laurie: “God Has Placed Trump in Power for Such a Time as This” November 15, 2024 Prominent California pastor Greg Laurie, of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, has made headlines by declaring his belief that President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory was divinely orchestrated for “such a time as this.” Laurie shared his […]
November 15, 2024 In the wake of his re-election, President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his administration’s strong stance on combating antisemitism and advancing peace in the Middle East. Trump’s policies during his first term, including adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism and brokering the Abraham Accords, have laid the groundwork […]
The IIRF with the Center for the Study of Law and Religion at Emory University and Canopy Forum are hosting a virtual symposium, Masking Religious Freedom Violations on November 20th at 10am to 12pm EST (15:00 UTC). This symposium will explore the complex and multifaceted nature of religious discrimination, moving beyond traditional analyses and narrow definitions to incorporate perspectives from political […]
Washington, D.C. – President-elect Donald Trump announced on Tuesday his nomination of former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee for the ambassadorship to Israel. Huckabee, a prominent supporter of Israel and evangelical Christian Zionist, is expected to play a significant role in shaping U.S.-Israel relations under Trump’s second term. He is also the father of Sarah Huckabee […]