Writing for the UK-based outlet CapX, RFI’s Miles Windsor recently published a piece applauding the UK government’s reappointment of a special envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief, an especially important step given the world’s “bleak and declining” religious freedom landscape. Windsors writes: Given the current state of the geopolitical landscape and the grave implications for minority […]
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Labour MP David Smith Appointed UK Special Envoy for Religious Freedom The UK government has named Labour MP David Smith as its new Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB), a move welcomed by faith-based organizations as a significant step in addressing global religious persecution. Smith, the MP for North Northumberland and a […]
David Smith MP is announced as the UK’s Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) and will champion FoRB for all around the world. From:Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and Lord Collins of Highbury David Smith MP announced as UK Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief David Smith MP has today been appointed […]
London, Paris, Amsterdam – Ted Deutch, Chief Executive Officer of the American Jewish Committee (AJC), emphasized the critical need for European governments to prioritize the safety of Jewish communities during a week-long advocacy mission across Western Europe. Alongside AJC President Michael Tichnor and AJC’s Europe-based experts, Deutch met with high-ranking officials in London, Paris, and […]
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 […]
London, UK – A growing number of politicians and religious leaders are urging the UK government to appoint a new Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB). The position, previously held by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon, has been vacant since the change in government. A Private Member’s Bill introduced by Jim Shannon MP […]
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 […]
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 […]