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Campaign launched to free Pakistan mother on death row 'for drinking water'
A UK-based human rights organisation is calling for the release of a mother of five currently on death row in Pakistan for allegedly blaspheming during an argument over drinking water.
Afghan Member of Parliament: "Execute Afghan Christian converts."
Quds Online news website, affiliated with Astan Quds Razavi Foundation, reported that an Afghan news service, Ava, is saying the number of Christians is increasing in Afghanistan.
Central African Republic's turmoil affects Bible translation
Bible translation has been affected by the political chaos that has gripped the Central African Republic (CAR) since a rebel coalition captured power about six months ago.
Christians worldwide praying for Syria
Christians around the world are praying today for peace in Syria and the wellbeing of millions of refugees who have left their homes because of the fighting.
Photo: French and German presidents visit scene of Oradour-sur-Glane massacre
French President Francois Hollande and German President Joachim Gauck visited Oradour-sur-Glane with one of the last survivors of the massacre in the French village, Robert Hebras, 88
North Korea: Imprisoned Kenneth Bae's son places last hope in Dennis Rodman
The son of an American missionary imprisoned in North Korea is hoping that Dennis Rodman can perform a "miracle" and help bring his father home.
Firing missiles at Syria is 'not the answer', says bishop
The Bishop of Hereford, the Right Reverend Anthony Priddis, has said Parliament was right to be cautious about sanctioning a military strike on Syria.
Five Christians killed in roadside ambush near Jos
Pastor says Nigeria armed ethnic Fulani herdsmen joined forces with Islamic extremist mercenaries
Cameroon: Government continues crackdown on Pentecostal movement
The government of Cameroon has ordered the closure of dozens of churches in an attempt to put an end to what it considers to be anarchy among some Christian organisations.
Rebuilding livelihoods in flood-hit Philippines a 'top priority' for Christian Aid
Christian Aid says thousands in the Philippines have lost their livelihoods after floods washed away £7 million-worth of crops.
40 Pakistani Christian families face hunger after Gojra elopement dispute
Christian minority targeted after Muslim girl elopes with Christian man
North India church destroyed by 1,000-strong mob
Shouting religious slogans, a mob estimated at 1,000 people has destroyed a Christian church under construction in northern India, according to a report received from church leaders in the region. The attack occurred on Sunday, Aug. 25.
North Korea cancels US envoy's visit to seek Kenneth Bae's release
North Korea has revoked an invitation for a US envoy to travel to Pyongyang to seek the release of an American man, the US state department says.
UK's decision against Syria military action welcomed
Christian Aid has welcomed the UK government's decision not to take part in military action against Syria.
US envoy seeks release of Kenneth Bae in Pyongyang visit
Robert King, the US Special Envoy for North Korean rights, has arrived in Pyongyang to request the discharge of Kenneth Bae.
UK Parliament hears Syrian Patriarch's peace appeal
Baroness Cox presents Gregorios III's plea during crucial debate on armed intervention