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ISIS targets Southeast Asia, possibly Philippines, as caliphate site as it loses its grip on Mideast, experts warn

As the Islamic State (ISIS) continues to suffer losses in manpower and territory in the Middle East as a result of the U.S.-led coalition's battlefield successes, counter-terrorism analysts predict that the militant group will eventually be forced to vacate the region, prompting it to look for another sanctuary somewhere else.

Faith groups and NGOs urge international action on Syria: 'We cannot stand by in the face of this catastrophe'

More than 80 international NGOs and faith groups have issued an urgent plea to world leaders to stop the escalating crisis in Syria.

'Monstrous' violence in Syria as government excludes Aleppo from truce

The United Nations has said a surge in fighting in Aleppo showed "monstrous disregard" for civilian lives.

Baghdad: 'At least 17 dead' in suicide bombing

A suicide bomber driving a car killed at least 17 people and wounded more than 40 others on Saturday

Chaldean Patriarchate says ISIS attack on iconic Clock Church meant 'to erase Iraq's Christian memory'

Islamic State (ISIS) militants have destroyed what's left of the reputable Latin church -- the "Clock Church", one of the most recognisable clock tower in the center of Iraq's Mosul, according to reports.

Campaigners warn UN of 'extinction' of Christian communities in Middle East

The crisis in the Middle East is the "greatest humanitarian crisis since World War II", and the massacre of Christians, Yazidis and other religious minorities demands international action, it was said at a UN meeting yesterday.

Christian pastor arrested and detained in China after legally defending churches

A Chinese pastor who has defended churches facing demolition has been arrested and detained along with his wife and son, campaigners say.

8 beautiful pictures of Orthodox Christians celebrating Holy Week in Jerusalem

This week, Orthodox Christians celebrate Holy Week, leading up to Easter on Sunday.

Christian students sue North Carolina State University for requiring permit for religious speech

An unprecedented ban in religious speech inside a public educational institution has prompted Grace Christian Life, a registered student group at university, to file a suit against school officials.

Justin Bieber says he was NOT comparing himself to God

Justin Bieber has said he was not comparing himself to God when he posted a picture of himself on Instagram asleep in bed with the caption: "And on the 7th day."

Manny Pacquiao stunned by Abu Sayyaf plot to kidnap him, says he's not afraid because God is with him

Filipino boxing champ Manny Pacquiao was shocked when outgoing Philippine president Benigno Aquino III announced that local terrorists were planning to kidnap him. However, the retired Christian athlete expressed confidence that there was no such plot because he is in good terms with his Muslim brothers.

Pennsylvania church shooting: Father forgives killer but wants him to pay