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Arbitrary Detentions In Egypt

Arbitrary detentions in Egypt have become a significant human rights issue, with thousands, including activists, journalists, and political dissidents, detained without trial or due process. These detentions are often justified on national security grounds, with detainees facing prolonged imprisonment, torture, and inhumane conditions in overcrowded prisons. The government has been criticized for restricting freedoms of [...]

Persecution in Brunei

In Brunei, Christians face significant persecution due to the country's strict Islamic laws. The government enforces Sharia law, which limits religious freedom and criminalizes evangelism. Conversion from Islam is illegal, and those who leave the faith face social ostracism and legal repercussions. Churches operate under tight restrictions, with no new places of worship allowed. Religious [...]

Corruption and Drug Cartels in Albania

Corruption and drug trafficking remain significant issues in Albania, deeply intertwined with political and economic structures. Criminal organizations exploit weak institutions and bribery to facilitate large-scale cannabis cultivation and cocaine smuggling. High-level officials have been accused of collusion, allowing traffickers to operate with impunity. Despite government efforts and international pressure, law enforcement struggles with deeply [...]

Burkina Faso Breaks into the Electric Car Market in 2025

Burkina Faso Population: 19 million Christians: 20 percent Dominant religion: Sunni Islam Persecution ranking: 20 When one thinks of innovation and advanced technology, one usually doesn’t think of West African countries that struggle with coups, unemployment, and economic instability. Burkina Faso has taken a huge step to break out of that mold this year. They [...]

Kuwaiti Rights Crisis

Kuwait is steadily falling backward in terms of women’s rights. Their failure to allow women equal rights and heavily discriminate against them to extreme levels is quite alarming. The Kuwaiti government punishes honor killings only with fines or superficial jail sentences. Pray against the indiscriminate arrests of social activists in Kuwait. Pray for the release [...]

Leah Sharibu: Captive For Faith, Awaiting Freedom

Leah Sharibu, who was kidnapped by Boko Haram in February 2018 for refusing to renounce her Christian faith, marks the 7th anniversary of her captivity today (February 19, 2025). As of May 2024, she is 21 years old. Reports suggest she may have been forced into marriage and motherhood, but these claims lack verification. Her [...]

Manahel Al-Otaibi’s Disappearance Exposes Women’s Rights Repression

Women’s rights in Saudi Arabia have seen some progress through limited reforms, but significant barriers remain. Strict dress codes, limited freedom of expression, and ongoing discrimination persist. Women advocating for gender equality, like Manahel al-Otaibi, face arrest and harsh repression. Manahel, sentenced to 11 years for promoting women’s rights, has been forcibly disappeared for nearly [...]

Fighting Sexual Violence Against Women And Minors In Mauritania

Sexual violence against women and minors in Mauritania is a widespread issue, exacerbated by cultural taboos and underreporting. Despite statistics showing significant cases of physical and sexual violence, many remain silent due to societal pressures. Commissioner Hindou Mohamed Laghdaf’s brigade works tirelessly to address these crimes, raising awareness, encouraging reporting, and supporting survivors. Though progress [...]

India’s American Dream Deported

Pranav* is desolate and breaks down when asked about his American Dream ordeal. He was part of the first batch of deportees from the USA. His story resonates with millions of Indians seeking a better future for their families. With the increasing population and fast-reducing investors, job creation is almost nonexistent. The problem does not [...]

Significant Tax Cuts in India to Boost Purchase Power of the Middle Class

The new coalition government in India released its first budget with significant tax cuts for the middle class to restore their purchase power. We pray that taxes on foreign investments will be lowered to boost the economy (The Bible, Psalm 119:98). We pray that the middle class will make good decisions with the extra income [...]

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