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Ukraine Christians harassed by Russian separatists
As the front lines of war in Ukraine keep shifting, a number of Protestant churches in areas now under Russian separatist control are reporting harassment from soldiers and officials. Some say they have been forced to leave their buildings. One Release International partner, who is based in Ukraine, has been describing what it's like to be a Christian in that country in areas under attack.
Former MSP who lost four children speaks out against assisted suicide
A former MSP who has suffered the deaths of four of his children - three from serious illnesses - is advocating against assisted suicide.
Religious freedom in Hong Kong is 'next on the hit list', warns former Cabinet minister
Former Cabinet minister Jonathan Aitken has expressed his fears for religious freedom in Hong Kong as Beijing tightens its grip.
White House to award 2 faith leaders the Presidential Medal of Freedom
Sister Simone Campbell and the Rev. Alexander Karloutsos will be among the 17 Americans recognized in a ceremony at the White House on July 7th.
There is 'heavy hatred against Christian values' in Western society, says MP prosecuted over sexuality beliefs
Finnish lawmaker Päivi Räsänen, prosecuted for voicing her traditional Christian beliefs about marriage and sexuality, believes that a "heavy hatred for Christian values" in Western society will cause many Christians to censor themselves for social acceptance.
Chaplain fired after challenging LGBT indoctrination warns of 'soft totalitarianism' in the West
Countries violating religious freedom can increasingly point to the West and say, "You're not taking it seriously, so why should we?", says a chaplain fired from a Church of England school after he told students they did not have to agree with gender ideology.
Hope amid the rubble in Ukraine
Incredible courage is being shown by Ukrainian charity workers.
'I never went to Hillsong,' says Chris Pratt
Actor Chris Pratt has cleared up rumors about his alleged attendance at Hillsong Church.
'I prayed every day' in solitary confinement, says former mob boss who turned to God in prison
Michael Franzese, an ex-mob boss-turned-outspoken Christian author and speaker, says he turned to the Bible and prayer during his 29 months and seven days in solitary confinement.
Afghanistan named worst country for Christian persecution
Following the US withdrawal and the Taliban's return to power, Afghanistan has been chosen as the worst country for Christian persecution by a religious freedom advocacy group.
Christian doctor takes pronoun case to Court of Appeal after 'muddled' judgment
A Christian doctor is to appeal a judgment affirming his right to disagree with transgenderism while asserting that these views cannot be expressed in the workplace.
Archie Battersbee's family win appeal in life support case
The family of Archie Battersbee have won their appeal against a decision to withdraw the 12-year-old's life support.
Nicola Sturgeon backs buffer zones at Scottish abortion summit
Nicola Sturgeon has come out again in support of buffer zones around abortion clinics at a summit in Edinburgh this week.
After Roe v Wade, bishop calls for 'fruitful debate' and not 'polarised ideologies'
The decision of the US Supreme Court to overturn Roe v Wade must be followed by a period of reflection and "fruitful debate" that avoids "polarised ideologies", says the Catholic Church's Lead Bishop for Life Issues.
Churches remember modern-day martyrs
Modern-day martyrs and persecuted Christians are being remembered by churches in the UK and Ireland today.
UK shouldn't be lecturing US on Roe v Wade, says Conservative MP
Conservative MP Danny Kruger has spoken against the suggestion that the UK make representations to the US government over the Supreme Court's decision to strike down Roe v Wade.