Growing Demand for Nobel Peace Prize for Donald Trump’s Middle East Diplomacy By Junaid Qaiser The global peace-loving community is rallying behind the idea of awarding Donald Trump the Nobel Peace Prize for his groundbreaking efforts in Middle Eastern diplomacy. The historic Abraham Accords, signed during Trump’s presidency, normalized relations between Israel and several Arab […]
The i24 NEWS discusses the evolving dynamics of Middle Eastern diplomacy following the historic Abraham Accords, which established formal relations between Israel, Bahrain, and the UAE, later followed by Morocco. The recent outbreak of the Hamas War has introduced significant strain in these diplomatic relationships, leading to a suspension of official visits from Israel and […]
USCIRF Releases Report on the Abuse of Extremism Laws in Central Asia Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) released the following report: The Abuse of Extremism Laws in Central Asia – Central Asian governments’ legislation, including extremism laws, has been influenced by decades of Soviet rule of the region. When […]
Budapest – Hungary has increased its support for Syrian Christians facing ongoing challenges in their homeland, while simultaneously condemning the global rise of Christian persecution. In a statement released ahead of the New Year, Tristan Azbej, Hungary’s State Secretary for Assisting Persecuted Christians, highlighted the ongoing plight of Christians worldwide. “Nearly no Christmas passes without […]
Trust in Institutions Falters as America Prepares for 2025: Can Faith and Leadership Bridge the Divide? As 2024 draws to a close, the United States stands at a crossroads. President-elect Donald Trump’s resounding victory, coupled with a Republican majority in Congress, has given conservatives reason to celebrate. Yet beneath the political triumph lies a troubling […]
Dutch King Willem-Alexander Calls for Unity in Christmas Speech In his 12th televised Christmas address, Dutch King Willem-Alexander delivered a heartfelt plea for unity and understanding amid growing societal tensions. Speaking from the white dining room at Huis ten Bosch Palace, the king emphasized the need to heal divisions and strengthen the values of equality […]
Foreign Workers in Israel Thrive Amid Conflict: A Case for Broader Regional Cooperation As conflict continues in Israel and the Palestinian territories, a noteworthy development is emerging: an influx of foreign workers from India and various African nations. These workers are not only stepping into roles once held by Palestinian laborers but are also finding […]
Washington, D.C. – The annual International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit, a gathering of over 90 religious freedom organizations from more than 30 faith traditions, is offering a special program for college students at its upcoming event. The summit, scheduled for February 3-5, 2025, in Washington, D.C., will include a University Partnership Program designed for graduate […]
New York, NY – In a recent episode of “Talk Line with Zev Brenner,” philanthropist Bobby Rechnitz shared his insights on the evolving geopolitical landscape in the Middle East, particularly concerning the Abraham Accords and the potential for further normalization between Israel and Arab nations. Rechnitz, actively involved in fostering these relationships, discussed his recent […]
Sudan’s ongoing civil war has severely eroded the progress made in religious freedom since the removal of dictator Omar al-Bashir in 2019, according to a report by Open Doors. The conflict, which began in April 2023 between the Sudanese National Army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has led to the destruction or closure […]