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'They are killing the souls of our children' - Afghan artist describes life under the Taliban
"All signs of colour, life and hope have been erased - painted over and replaced with Taliban slogans."
10 Christian converts forced to take Islamic re-education classes in Iran: report
Intelligence agents in Iran's Khuzestan Province have instructed 10 Christian converts who had been cleared of all charges to participate in "re-education" classes led by Islamic clerics, according to a watchdog report.
Cardinal Joseph Zen and Hong Kong churches accused of inciting protests
A Chinese state-owned newspaper has accused churches and Catholic Cardinal Joseph Zen of inciting Hong Kong's pro-democracy student protests in 2019, and the Chinese Communist Party may consider restricting religious freedom in the city.
Truth about persecution must be told during Beijing Olympics, say Christian groups
"We're calling for prayer, that the international spotlight on China will highlight the day-to-day reality facing many who are suffering for their faith, and that fresh pressure will be applied to finally allow full religious freedom for all China's citizens."
Praying through the Winter Olympics
Every aspect of our lives is meant to honour God, even sport. So, as we enjoy the Winter Olympics in China, this is a great opportunity to integrate the two and pray through the Olympics.
India's Christians pray and fast as violence intensifies
Christians in India spent the anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's assassination fasting and praying for unity.
Churches urge UK government to help restore democracy in Myanmar
Churches have issued a joint call to the UK government to do more to find a diplomatic solution in Myanmar a year after the elected government was overthrown.
Pakistani pastor shot dead in ambush attack after Sunday service; mourners chant 'Long live Jesus Christ'
In what police called a "terrorist act," two unidentified men followed a pastor returning home in his car after a Sunday worship service and shot him to death in Pakistan's northwestern city of Peshawar, which in 2013 was the scene of one of the deadliest attacks on Christians in the country.
Hundreds of human rights groups call for action ahead of Beijing Winter Olympics
Over 240 organisations have called for action on human rights abuses in China days before the start of the Beijing Winter Olympics.
Vatican official defends Benedict after Munich abuse report
A Vatican official has said it would be wrong to look for "easy scapegoats" after Pope emeritus Benedict XVI was accused of mishandling abuse complaints.
'Unspeakable cruelty' of the Holocaust 'must never be repeated'
Church leaders have remembered the millions of Jews who died at the hands of the Nazi regime.
Religious freedom violations persist in Iran
Christians continue to suffer as a result of widespread religious freedom abuses in Iran, human rights organisations have warned.
Indian bishops urged to take a stand as violence against Christians continues to rise
A group of Catholic clergy and laity in India has said that "the complete silence" of India's bishops despite a rise in attacks on Christians and other minorities is "shocking" and urged the Catholic Bishops Conference of India to speak out.
US senators fear Finnish MP's trial could pave the way for more prosecutions of Christians
Five US senators have warned that the trial of Finnish politician Päivi Räsänen could open the door for a "secular blasphemy law" against Christians, Muslims and Jews expressing countercultural views on marriage and sexuality.
Censorship warnings if Christian MP and bishop are convicted of hate speech
A Christian MP and bishop were on trial in Finland on Monday for publicly expressing their beliefs on marriage and sexuality.
Children among 29 killed in stampede at Christian revival
At least 29 people were killed, including 11 children, at a stampede during an all-night crusade in Liberia on Wednesday.