Current Christian Persecution News and Headlines
The Simple fact is… More Christians are being slaughtered today than anytime in History.
Everyday, families are being slaughtered because of their belief in Christ and the Church. We provide current news of the persecution of Christians around the World. We are trying to bring attention to the plight of our fellow Christian brothers and Sisters who risk their lives everyday in the name of Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Savior. Please remember these brave souls in your prayers.
Christian Struggle Around the World Will UK elections overshadow persecuted Christians? Mission Network NewsUK voters cast their ballots for a new Prime Minister; Middle East Concern's Miles Windsor hopes a report won't lose priority in the changeover. […] Pro-Balochistan activists disrupt Imran Khan's Washington address, raise slogans India TodayPakistan PM Imran Khan was met with protests by Balochistan activists during his address in Washington on Monday. […] President Trump promises to support victims of religious persecution Washington TimesPresident Donald Trump promised survivors of religious persecution who visited the Oval Office yesterday that he will forever support them in their […] Trump meets persecuted Christians including Andrew Brunson and Helen Berhane in the Oval office PremierUS President Donald Trump has met 27 people who have suffered for their faith at the White House, including several Christians who have […] The unsung savior of Cairo’s Jewish community HaaretzUsing gifts, bribes and his personal charm, Clement Behar put his life on the line to save the Jews of the Egyptian capital from persecution during the 1940s and ... […] Do persecuted Christians receive too much attention at the expense of others? Inside the international... Deseret NewsChristians suffer from harassment in more countries around the world than any other faith group. But the Trump […] Charity condemns Pakistani minister for comparing Christian persecution to UK knife crime ExpressA BRITISH-BASED charity fighting for the rights of Christians in Muslim-majority Pakistan has condemned the country's foreign minister's […] Newport MP backs call for crackdown on Christian persecution South Wales ArgusA CALL for action to be taken against persecution of Christians across the world has been backed by a Newport MP. […] 'Jesus' erased from N. Korea, Bae says at ERLC event BP NewsNorth Korea's decades-long attempt to eliminate Christianity has practically erased any knowledge of Jesus among its citizens, attendees were told at a Capitol ... […] Sudan Christians may benefit from new accord BP NewsKHARTOUM, Sudan (BP) -- A new power-sharing agreement to establish civilian rule in Sudan is potentially good news for persecuted Christians there, ... […] Trump Admin. Blasts China on Religious Persecution: 'The Stain of the Century' Christianheadlines.comThe Trump administration took a three-pronged approach this week to addressing religious liberty violations around the world, and it […] Religious freedom getting worse around the world; Christians remain most persecuted group: Pew The Christian PostGovernment restrictions on religion have increased across the globe — and Christians and Muslims are persecuted in more […] As Religious Freedom Summit Ends, State Department Announces New Alliance, Sanctions Christianheadlines.comWASHINGTON (RNS) — Trump administration officials announced a new alliance with U.S. partners focused on religious freedom […] Christian Persecution 'Epedemic' In The United States PatheosChristians are abused daily in the United States of America. The chances of this tragedy ending anytime soon are slim. […] UK Government pledges to accept all recommendations of Christian persecution review ChristianTodayThe Government has said it will accept all of the recommendations in a major review calling for more action to be taken in response to […] UK government considering sanctions for religious freedom violators Catholic Herald OnlineUK Ambassador to the Holy See Sally Axworthy said this week that the UK government will consider a recommendation to impose sanctions on foreign ... […] Pence blasts Venezuela, Nicaragua for crackdowns on Church leaders Crux: Covering all things CatholicWASHINGTON, D.C. - Vice President Mike Pence singled out leaders in Venezuela and Nicaragua for their persecution of Catholic clergy […] Will they ban the Bible next? | Christian News ChristianTodayThe case of Israel Folau demonstrates two important principles to Australians. One is that we see the open persecution of Christians who merely quote the Bible ... […] Assyrian Human Rights Activist Addresses Trump AINANews and Analysis of Assyrian and Assyrian-related Issues Worldwide. […] It's time to talk about Christian persecution The Irish CatholicMore evidence showing the reality of Christian persecution across the world allows for “meaningful dialogue” to take place, the head of Aid to the Church in ... […]
Christians are the most persecuted religious group worldwide. An average of at least 180 Christians around the world are killed each month for their faith. (Source: Open Doors USA)
Christians in more than 60 countries face persecution from their governments or surrounding neighbors simply because of their belief in Christ. (Source: U.S. Department of State)
One of the worst countries in the world for the persecution of Christians is North Korea. With the exception of four official state-controlled churches in Pyongyang, Christians in North Korea face the risk of detention in the prison camps, severe torture and, in some cases, execution for practicing their religious beliefs. North Koreans suspected of having contact with South Korean or other foreign missionaries in China, and those caught in possession of a Bible, have been known to be executed. (Source: Christian Solidarity Worldwide)
In 41 of the 50 worst nations for persecution, Christians are being persecuted by Radical Islamic extremists. (Source: Open Doors)