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State Restrictions on Religious Freedom in Egypt

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new report by the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) reveals that Egypt continues to enforce laws and policies that systematically repress non-Muslim religious communities, despite selective government initiatives promoting religious diversity. The findings, detailed in the 2025 Egypt Country Update, highlight ongoing violations of freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) for […]

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USCIRF Releases Report on Religious Freedom in Egypt

Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) today released the following new report on religious freedom in Egypt: Egypt Country Update – This report assesses the situation of freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) in Egypt. While in certain respects the government continues to support initiatives that selectively promote religious diversity […]

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Meir Soloveichik Elected as USCIRF Vice Chair

Washington, DC – The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) unanimously elected Meir Soloveichik as its Vice Chair following former Vice Chair Eric Ueland’s departure from the Commission for a federal role. “It is truly an honor to be elected as Vice Chair of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom,” said USCIRF Vice Chair Soloveichik. “I want […]

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USCIRF Releases Report on the Abuse of Extremism Laws in Central Asia

USCIRF Releases Report on the Abuse of Extremism Laws in Central Asia Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) released the following report: The Abuse of Extremism Laws in Central Asia – Central Asian governments’ legislation, including extremism laws, has been influenced by decades of Soviet rule of the region. When […]

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USCIRF Welcomes Senator Schumer’s Appointment of Ariela Dubler to U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom

USCIRF Welcomes Senator Schumer’s Appointment of Ariela Dubler to U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Washington, DC – Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) announced on December 20, 2024 the appointment of Ariela Dubler to the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF). “We enthusiastically welcome Ariela Dubler’s appointment to the Commission,” stated USCIRF Chair Stephen Schneck. “Her […]

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USCIRF Releases Factsheet on Key International Religious Freedom Appointments for the Incoming Donald J. Trump Administration

Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) on Friday released the following report:  Key IRF-Related Positions – This factsheet provides an overview of the key political appointments within the U.S. government that are most relevant to international religious freedom (IRF). The primary IRF positions that the president appoints derive from the International […]

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USCIRF Holds Virtual Hearing on Non-State Actors and Religious Freedom Violations

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) will convene a virtual hearing on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM ET to address the challenges posed by Entities of Particular Concern (EPCs) to international religious freedom. U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Hearing Addressing Entities of Particular Concern: Non-State Actors and Egregious […]

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USCIRF Marks International Religious Freedom Day, Calls for Release of Religious Prisoners

Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) observed the 26th anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA) by emphasizing the importance of religious freedom as a fundamental human right. USCIRF Chair Stephen Schneck highlighted the progress made in promoting religious freedom globally, but also stressed the ongoing challenges faced by […]