Wednesday, Nov 7, 2024WASHINGTON, D.C. — Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) has released a statement congratulating Donald Trump on his election as the 47th president of the United States and calling for a renewed commitment to safeguarding fundamental freedoms. “Congratulations to President Trump on his election as our nation’s 47th president. Our prayers are with the […]
Tag: Religious Freedom
Donald Trump consistently condemned religious persecution during his presidency and took significant steps to address it both domestically and internationally. Throughout his first term, he emphasized protecting religious freedoms and actively criticized countries and officials involved in the oppression of religious groups. His administration implemented strict measures to hold those responsible accountable, reinforcing his commitment […]
Donald J. Trump’s Historic Comeback and the Hope for Religious Freedom In the early hours of Wednesday, Donald J. Trump completed what many are calling the greatest political comeback in modern U.S. history, securing enough electoral votes to defeat Vice President Kamala Harris and returning to the White House for a second term. His return […]
In a joint statement for International Religious Freedom Day, the chairmen of two key committees of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops reaffirmed the Catholic Church’s stance on religious freedom as a fundamental human right, describing it as “the synthesis and summit of all other fundamental rights.” Bishop A. Elias Zaidan, chairman of the […]
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The UAE: Where Tolerance Thrives
Tolerance and Coexistence In the UAE, tolerance is a way of life and a key pillar of the government’s policies to protect religious freedoms, promote interfaith dialogue and build an inclusive culture that values difference. With over 200 nationalities living together, the UAE is one of the most diverse countries in the world, where practitioners […]
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Join the Global Prayer Movement: IDOP 2024
Today, Christians around the world will join hands to support the global church in honor of International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted (IDOP). Courageous believers around the world risk everything to follow Jesus, and it is both our privilege and responsibility to lift them up in prayer. Every year, International Christian Concern creates a downloadable resource kit to […]
As Election Day approaches on Tuesday, First Liberty, a non-profit legal organization dedicated to defending religious freedom, is urging American voters to carefully consider where candidates stand on issues of religious liberty. According to the organization, religious freedom is not only a cornerstone of the U.S. Constitution but also a vital right that underpins other […]
Earlier this week, Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon secured a debate in the House of Lord’s on “The UK’s role in safeguarding the freedom of religion and belief of minority faith communities across South Asia.” Lord Ahmad was a long-serving Foreign Office minister in the previous government and was the Prime Minister’s Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or […]
Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) released the following report: Burma Country Update – In 2024, the situation in Burma continues to deteriorate as the military junta loses control while ethnic armed organizations (EAOs) are consolidating territory and establishing parallel government structures. These escalating conflicts negatively affect conditions for freedom […]
The Pakistani government’s decision to invite and host controversial Islamic scholar Dr. Zakir Naik has drawn widespread criticism from religious minorities, intellectuals, and women’s rights activists. Dr. Naik, known for his hardline and regressive views on religion, women, and cultural practices, is viewed by many as a divisive figure whose presence could exacerbate Pakistan’s existing […]