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Pastors' Children Confirmed Dead after Beslan Siege
The children of two pastors of a U.S.-supported Christian mission organization lost six of their eight children in the hostage drama in Beslan
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Christians in Malaysia Urged to Play Positive Role
The Malaysian Archbishop of Kuala Lumpur called on Christians to play a positive role in Malaysia society to avoid religious conflict.
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3,000 Nepalis Stage Peace March
Some 3,000 people from various religious groups in Nepal staged a peace march through the streets of the capital Kathmandu on Saturday calling for religious tolerance, sources reported.
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Europe Disapproves of Bulgaria's Religion Law
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) adopted a new resolution with some recommendations to Bulgaria, such as not interfering with the religious societies in the country.
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Vietnam Pastor Arrested and Questioned; Organizations Call for Advocacy
Eight days after being arrested, a leader of a house-church organization in Vietnam was allowed to return to his home but ordered to appear at the Ministry of Public Security for questioning the next
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Qatar Evangelical Alliance breaks ground on worship center, witnessing Christ in a Muslim nation
A worship center for evangelical churches has commenced construction in Qatar, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the history of evangelicals in the country.
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Hong Kong's deadliest fire in a Century: churches mobilize and pray to support the community
On 26 November, a severe level‑five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Early reports said at least 13 people died and 23 were injured. Local churches mobilize to support the community and pray.
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Christians gather in Hong Kong to pray for victims of Tai Po Hong Fu Court fire
More than 1,000 Christians gathered in Hong Kong on Dec. 5 for a united prayer service commemorating the victims of the five-alarm fire that devastated Hong Fu Court in Tai Po on Nov. 26, destroying thousands of homes and killing 159 people.
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Faith and freedom: USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler shares insights on China’s religious landscape
As China continues to update its religious regulations, changes in the country’s faith environment and space for religious practice have drawn increased global attention. In this interview, USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler responds to questions about religious policy, human rights, and faith, offering her perspectives on China’s current situation and sharing words of support and encouragement for Christians facing challenges.
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U.S. Congressional hearing highlights religious freedom challenges facing Chinese Christians and other faith communities
A recent U.S. congressional hearing cast a spotlight on religious freedom conditions in China, with witnesses sharing firsthand accounts of pressure faced by Christian, Muslim, and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
