Budapest, Hungary – December 3rd, 2024 – Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán pledged unwavering support for Syria’s Christian community in the wake of a renewed offensive by militant insurgents. The escalation of violence threatens to reignite the brutal civil war that has ravaged Syria for the past thirteen years. Renewed Conflict Threatens Aleppo Last week, […]
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London, UK – The Church of England has launched a new initiative to raise awareness about the plight of persecuted Christians around the world. The Church is encouraging its members to participate in various events and prayer campaigns to show solidarity with those facing persecution. This year, the annual Red Wednesday campaign, organized by Aid […]
Washington, D.C. – As President-elect Donald Trump unveils his proposed administration for his second term, an intriguing trend has emerged: a strong representation of Catholics among his high-profile nominees. Despite Trump’s close ties with evangelical Christians, the prominence of Catholic appointees is capturing significant attention and signaling a strategic alignment with key voting blocs. According […]
Brussels, Belgium – Tristan Azbej, Hungary’s State Secretary for Programmes Assisting Persecuted Christians, has issued a call for Europe to prioritize religious freedom as a fundamental human rights issue. In a recent Facebook post, Azbej stressed the collective responsibility to support those persecuted for their faith and to honor their sacrifices. “Freedom of religion is […]
A strong call for action to address religious persecution and discrimination. London, UK – On November 28th, the UK Parliament held a crucial debate on the deteriorating state of religious freedom in Pakistan. Led by Jim Shannon, MP for Strangford, the debate highlighted the increasing persecution faced by religious minorities, particularly Christians, Hindus, Ahmadis, and […]
Forming young adults to embrace religious freedom is foundational to the future of religious freedom, according to the head of the IRF’s university partnership program. Kate Quiñones/CNANationNovember 26, 2024 The annual International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit in Washington, DC, brings together more than 90 religious freedom organizations from more than 30 faith traditions to address […]
Global Christian Persecution: The Case of Pastor Youssef Highlights Algeria’s Religious Freedom Crisis Washington, D.C. – Around the world, Christians face relentless persecution, often risking their lives for their faith. In Algeria, the trials are particularly acute, with violent attacks, unjust imprisonment, and restrictive laws silencing believers. Pastor Youssef Ourahmane, a leader in Algeria’s Protestant […]
Washington, DC – 21Wilberforce, a global organization dedicated to advancing religious freedom, has announced in 2024 the appointment of Wissam al-Saliby as its new President. Al-Saliby, a renowned expert in international religious freedom and human rights, brings a wealth of experience to the role and is committed to strengthening the organization’s mission. Speaking about his […]
As part of ‘Red Wednesday,’ an initiative by Aid to the Church in Need, the Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlights the ongoing persecution, pressure, and threats faced by millions of Christians globally. The Ministry remains dedicated to protecting religious freedom and supporting persecuted religious minorities. In recent years, Austria has established intercultural and interreligious […]
Last week the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted an important intercultural and interfaith dialogue at the Czernin Palace in Prague. The topic was “Freedom of Religion or Belief to Build Peace, Counter Islamophobia and Radical Ideologies.” The event was attended by ambassadors, government ministers, religious leaders, academics, and civil society actors from around the world. Moderating […]