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Abraham Accords Flourish: UAE and Israel Strengthen Ties Amid Challenges

ABU DHABI, UAE — Despite the challenges posed by the ongoing conflict in Gaza, trade relations between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Israel have continued to thrive, showcasing the resilience and potential of the historic Abraham Accords. Recent reports indicate that commerce between the two nations grew by an impressive 11% from 2023 to […]

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International Dialogue of Civilizations & Tolerance Conference Set to Inspire Global Understanding

Dubai, UAE — The Emirates Scholar Center for Research and Studies (ESCRS) is proud to announce the second edition of the International Dialogue of Civilizations & Tolerance Conference, taking place under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance & Co-existence. The event is scheduled to commence in just 2 […]

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Defending Religious Liberty: Trump Launches White House Faith Office and Anti-Christian Bias Task Force

Trump Champions Faith and Freedom with New White House Initiatives Washington, D.C. — In a bold move to uphold religious freedom and defend Christian believers nationwide, President Donald Trump announced the creation of a White House Faith Office and a new task force aimed at combating anti-Christian bias within the federal government. Speaking at the […]

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Religious Freedom Advocates Connect and Mobilize Through Zoom Meetings

In an effort to bolster advocacy and defense of the First Amendment’s free exercise clause, groups and activists are increasingly utilizing Zoom meetings to connect and collaborate. These virtual gatherings serve as a vital platform for individuals and organizations dedicated to protecting religious freedom in the United States. The Zoom meetings provide a space for […]

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FM Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani Emphasises Bahrain’s Commitment To Promoting Respect For Religious, Cultural Diversity

Manama, (BNA): Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the National Human Rights Committee, emphasised Bahrain’s commitment to promoting respect for religious and cultural diversity as essential foundations for global peace and prosperity. He noted that these values are deeply rooted in Bahrain’s approach under the leadership of His […]

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Masking Religious Freedom Violations: A Virtual Conference

The Center for the Study of Law and Religion at Emory University and Canopy Forumin collaboration with the International Institute for Religious Freedom hosted a virtual symposium, Masking Religious Freedom Violations on November 20th at 10 am to 12 pm EST. This symposium explores the complex and multifaceted nature of religious discrimination, moving beyond traditional analyses and narrow definitions to […]

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International Protocol on Documenting Violations of Religious Freedom

Title: International Protocol on Documenting Violations of Religious Freedom Authors: Najib Bajali, Jeremy Barker, Tiffany Barrans, Amira Mikhail, and Naomi Prodeau About: Crafted in response to requests from civil society partners who have suffered severe violations of their religious freedom, the protocol seeks to fill a gap by providing a thorough and accessible resource for human rights advocates, […]

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A Biblical Perspective on Israel: A Call to Christian Conscience

Genesis 12:7—“To your descendants, I will give this land.” The recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East serves as a stark reminder of the complex and often contentious issue of Israel and Palestine. While the international community grapples with political solutions, Christians must ground their understanding of this conflict in biblical truth. The Bible […]

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President Aliyev Highlights Azerbaijan’s Religious Harmony in Letter to Pope Francis

Baku, December 24 (AZERTAC) – President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan has underscored the significant role of the Christian community in Azerbaijani society in a letter to Pope Francis on the occasion of Christmas. “The Christian community holds a distinctive place in modern Azerbaijani society. Our Christian citizens, who have settled in Azerbaijan and lived here […]

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Knox Thames Discusses His Book, “Ending Persecution: Charting the Path to Global Religious Freedom”

Notre Dame Law School’s Lindsay and Matt Moroun Religious Liberty Clinic and the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies hosted a lecture by Knox Thames, an international human rights lawyer, on his new book, “Ending Persecution: Charting the Path to Global Religious Freedom,” published by the University of Notre Dame Press. Building off his extensive experience, Thames offered strategies […]