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cnbc.comworld11 days ago
U.S. State Department Condemns Iran’s Persecution of Christians
The State Department issued a statement on Iran’s repression of religious minorities, including a Catholic woman sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison. The remarks coincided with new U.S. military strikes against Iran over tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.
New York Postworld14 days ago
Archaeologists Decode Aramaic Inscription at Turkish Mithras Temple
Researchers have deciphered a 1,700-year-old Aramaic inscription at an underground Mithras temple in southeastern Turkey. The engraving, found at Zerzevan Castle, references both Mithras and Jesus Christ and provides direct evidence of the temple's closure by early Christians.
Al Jazeerapolitics49 days ago
Christian Leaders from Multiple Countries Hold Prayer Event at Israeli Knesset
Foreign Christians offered prayers of repentance at the Israeli Knesset during the Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast on or immediately before 1 June 2026, seeking forgiveness for their nations' failure to support Israel and confront anti-Semitism.
japantimes.co.jppolitics53 days ago
U.S. Defense Official Links Nigeria Operations to Protection of Christians
A U.S. defense official stated that military actions against an ISIS-linked commander in Nigeria followed a directive to protect Christians targeted by the group. The comments came during a White House press conference on Wednesday.
vaticannews.vaworld56 days ago
Pope Leo XIV Acknowledges Vatican’s Historical Role in Slave Trade
Pope Leo XIV issued his first encyclical on Monday, apologizing for papal bulls that authorized the enslavement of non-Christians in the 15th century. The document also addresses modern concerns over artificial intelligence and human dignity.
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thehindu.comworld59 days ago
Iran Targets Religious Minorities with Arrests and Prison Terms
Iranian authorities have detained dozens of Baha'is and at least 50 Christians in recent months. Human rights groups report arbitrary arrests, denial of legal counsel, and lengthy prison sentences on vague charges.
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msnbc.comworld63 days ago
Thousands Gather in Washington for Day-Long Prayer Event Marking U.S. 250th Anniversary
Thousands of Christians gathered in Washington, D.C., on Sunday for a day-long prayer marathon. The event was organized to mark the United States' 250th anniversary and received White House support.
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France 24politics63 days ago
Prayer Festival Held in Washington Draws Thousands
Christians gathered in Washington on May 17 for a day-long prayer festival. The event received support from the Trump administration. Attendees described the gathering as a response to perceived declines in religious values.
The White Housepolitics67 days agoSourced
Trump Issues Message Marking Christian Feast of the Ascension
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump released a statement commemorating the Feast of the Ascension, noting that it falls 40 days after Easter. The message reaches the millions of Christians in the United States who observe the holy day each year.
France 24world84 days ago
ISWAP Claims Attack Killing 29 at Football Pitch in Nigeria's Adamawa State
Gunmen killed at least 29 people in an hours-long attack on Guyaku community in Nigeria's Adamawa state, targeting youths at a football pitch and burning properties. The Islamic State's West Africa Province claimed responsibility, stating it killed Christians and torched a church…
dailyalert.orgworld85 days ago
10,000 Lebanese Christians Trapped in Israel's Southern Lebanon Security Zone
Reports indicate that approximately 10,000 Lebanese Christians are isolated within Israel's security zone in southern Lebanon, surrounded by military presence and unable to leave without risking permanent displacement. Prediction markets show high confidence in imminent ceasefire…
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Anti-Christian Attacks in Israeli-Controlled Territories Rose 63% in 2025
Attacks on Christians in Israeli-controlled territories increased by 63% in 2025, according to a report. The majority of these incidents, 83%, occurred in East Jerusalem. The affected group is described as a Christian minority impacted by various factors.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld91 days ago
Archaeologists Uncover 5th-Century Church Near Sasanian Fortress in Iraqi Kurdistan
Archaeologists have discovered a church dating to the 5th or 6th century adjacent to a Sasanian fortification in the Gird-î Kazhaw area of Iraqi Kurdistan. The site indicates coexistence between early Christians and Zoroastrian practitioners. The findings are part of a broader st…
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Trump Posts and Deletes AI Image of Doctor Mistaken for Jesus
President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated image on social media on Monday that appeared to show him as Jesus, prompting backlash from Christians. Trump deleted the post and stated it was meant to depict him as a doctor. Franklin Graham, president and CEO of Samaritan’s Purse…
jta.orgworld100 days ago
Article Examines Issues with Identity Politics Among Some Conservative Christians
An article discusses how identity politics affects groups within conservative Christianity. It argues that the term 'Christian nationalism' does not fully address certain problems associated with parts of the religious right. The piece calls for a broader examination of identity-…
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Israel Limits Attendance at Holy Fire Ceremony in Jerusalem Amid Safety Concerns
Orthodox Christians gathered at Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre for the annual Holy Fire ceremony on Orthodox Easter. Israeli authorities capped the number of worshipers to prevent overcrowding following the 2021 Mount Meron stampede that killed 45 people. The restrictio…
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John Cleese Comments on Attacks on Nigerian Christians During Easter
Actor John Cleese stated that the international community has not sufficiently addressed attacks on Christians in Nigeria during Easter. Reports indicate at least 26 people were killed in three separate incidents in northern Nigeria. Cleese responded to a post by Leo Terrell ques…
GB Newsfinance103 days ago
Suspected Islamists Kill Over 40 in Attacks on Nine Communities in Northwestern Nigeria
Suspected Islamist militants killed more than 40 people in attacks on at least nine communities in Kebbi State and neighboring Niger State in northwestern Nigeria. The violence began late on Sunday and continued for three days, affecting Christians, Muslims, and traditional worsh…
mondoweiss.networld106 days ago
Palestinian Christians in Gaza City Hold Easter Mass After October Ceasefire
Palestinian Christians in Gaza City conducted Easter Mass for the first time since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in October 2023. The event took place amid ongoing regional tensions. It marks a resumption of religious observances in the area.
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