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7,000 Christians in Russia fasting and praying together after passage of terrifying new persecution law
Thousands of Christians from various churches in Russia are fasting and praying together to unite and as a sign of protest against the anti-terrorism law recently signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, which considers worshipping at home as an act of "terrorism and extremism."
Sign of unity: Catholic Church in United Arab Emirates hosts hundreds of Muslims in a celebratory meal
A Roman Catholic Church in the United Arab Emirates, a predominantly Muslim country, recently fed hundreds of believers of Islam to celebrate one of their most significant holidays.
Humanitarian warns of the 'elimination' of Christianity in the Middle East
More and more personalities are lending their voices to condemn the continuing persecution of Christians in the Middle East.
Vatican representative in UN says peace still possible between Israel, Palestine
Despite all the pain, suffering and destruction that have been brought by the Israel-Palestine conflict, Vatican's permanent representative to the United Nations is still optimistic that peace is still possible between the two parties.
Young Iraqi Christians to recite Lord's Prayer in Aramaic before Pope
A proportion of some 200 young Christians from all around Iraq will recite the Lord's Prayer in Aramaic before the Pope at World Youth Day (WYD) in Krakow later this month
South Sudan: Millions face uncertain future following days of bloody violence
South Sudan is in turmoil. Last Thursday, fighting erupted in the capital city of Juba between troops loyal to rivals President Salva Kiir and vice-president Riek Machar. Since then, the violence escalated and hundreds have been killed, including dozens of civilians.
Christian charity appeals for funds to fight Cuba church demolitions
Christian Solidarity Worldwide has published moving testimony of what it was like for the pastor and his family when government officials demolished Emanuel Church in eastern Cuba.
Pakistan: Christian faces possible execution over Whatsapp message
A Christian man in Pakistan has been charged under a blasphemy law which has a mandatory death penalty, for allegedly sending his Muslim friend a poem on the mobile phone app Whatsapp that was considered insulting towards the Prophet Muhammad.
Calais: Thousands of refugees to be made homeless as mayor pledges to destroy entire camp
Thousands of refugees living in the Calais 'Jungle' will soon lose their makeshift homes as the northern half of the camp is set to be demolished.
Coptic Archbishop urges end to sectarian violence amid growing attacks on Christians
The Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of Minya in Egypt has called on police to enforce the law protecting citizens from sectarian violence after a series of attacks against Christians in the country
Family of Martin Luther King can sell his famous traveling Bible, rules judge
Martin Luther King's treasured traveling Bible could now be sold to a private buyer after a US judge ruled it belongs to his estate.
Norway's Christians back Bodnariu family
The five children of Marius and Ruth Bodnariu were removed last November in a case that stirred outrage around the world.
Ronaldo's sister compares Euro 2016 injury to Christ's suffering on the Cross
The sister of Portugal football star Cristiano Ronaldo has compared his suffering from an injury during the Euro 2016 football final to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the Cross.
Negative views of Muslims increasing throughout Europe
Views of Muslims in countries in Europe are least negative in the UK and most negative in eastern and southern countries, according to new research. However, unfavourable views of Muslims are on the rise throughout Europe, including in the UK.
Calls to prayer as Russia's evangelicals face draconian restrictions
Draconian religious freedom laws due to be introduced next week in Russia have prompted prayers for the country's evangelical Christians.
Jeb Bush blames Pope Francis for rise of Trump
"I don't think he understood he was intervening in our political affairs," said Bush.