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Religious Freedom: A Fundamental Human Right, Says Tristan Azbej

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 […]

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Austria Strengthens Efforts to Protect Religious Freedom and Belief

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 […]

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From Allies to Asia: Global Leaders Congratulate Trump on Historic 2024 Win

Donald Trump Secures Historic Victory in 2024 Election, Receives Worldwide Congratulatory Messages In a dramatic political comeback, Donald J. Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States in the 2024 election, marking an extraordinary return to the White House. Trump, who previously served as the 45th president, made history as only […]

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Tristan Azbej on Hungary’s Mission to Support Persecuted Christians Globally

At a press conference during the conference “Shared Responsibility: Cooperation Between States and Religious Communities,” held as part of Hungary’s EU presidency, Miklós Soltész addressed critical questions facing European leaders. He emphasized the need to recognize the dangers facing the continent and to identify those who can help respond, including churches, which he said can […]

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Budapest Conference Urges EU to Address Religious Persecution and Protect Christian Legacy

Miklós Soltész, State Secretary for Church and Ethnic Relations in Hungary, spoke at a press conference during the event “Shared Responsibility: Cooperation Between States and Religious Communities,” held on October 18, 2024, as part of Hungary’s EU presidency. The event took place at the Museum of Ethnography in Budapest, with leaders from across Europe, including […]

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COMECE Urges EU to Strengthen Religious Freedom Safeguards Across Europe

Fruitful Dialogue on Freedom of Religion Under Hungarian EU Presidency The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) took part in the Article 17 TFEU conference, titled “Shared Responsibility: Cooperation Between States and Religious Communities in Europe,” held in Budapest on Friday, October 18, 2024. The event was organized under the Hungarian […]