Christians Face Violence And Discrimination In Türkiye

A report by the European Centre for Law and Justice (ECLJ) highlighted ongoing violence and discrimination against Christians in Türkiye. The report says Christians face armed attacks, threats, hate speech, and legal obstacles that make their lives unsafe. Recent attacks include shootings at Kurtuluş Protestant Church on New Year’s Eve 2023 and Santa Maria Catholic [...]

North Korea Treats Christianity As Treason

In North Korea, the government treats Christianity as a crime against the state, often equating religious belief with political treason because it challenges loyalty to the ruling Kim family and the state’s official ideology. According to recent reports, following Jesus or even possessing a Bible can lead to arrest, imprisonment in harsh labor camps, torture, and [...]

Hope For Rural Communities

In the rural areas of the Philippines, many small Muslim communities are considered “the unreached,” which means they have little or no access to the Gospel and few resources to meet basic needs. Missionaries are working to reach these communities by showing care and building trust. They face challenges such as unfamiliar languages, different cultures, [...]

Limited Religious Freedom In Brunei

Religious freedom in Brunei is very limited, and the government gives special importance to Islam, which is the official religion. People who are not Muslims, such as Christians, Buddhists, and others, face many restrictions. They are not allowed to build new churches or temples easily, and only old churches from before 1984 are officially recognized. [...]

Broadcast Shutdown Isolates North Korean Christians

Christians in North Korea face extreme danger and isolation. The government tightly controls all information, and recently, several foreign radio stations that shared news and Christian programs were shut down. This has made it even harder for people to hear about the outside world or the Gospel. Anyone caught with a Bible, prayer, or Christian [...]

The Dusuns In Brunei

In Brunei, the Dusuns are an ethnic minority mostly living in the Tutong District. They traditionally follow animist beliefs and worship a spirit god called Derato. Their main religious ritual is called Temarok, held after the rice harvest. Another important event is Adau Gayoh, celebrated on May 1st. Many Dusuns have now converted to Islam [...]

RSF Assault On El-Fasher Deepens Darfur Crisis

Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have launched a strong attack on El-Fasher, the last major city in Darfur still controlled by the Sudanese army. The RSF shelling killed at least seven people and wounded 71 others. They are trying to take full control of the city by attacking neighborhoods, the airport, hospitals, and a displacement [...]

South Sudan Clashes Threaten Fragile Peace Agreement

Two days of fighting between government troops (SSPDF) and rebel forces (SPLA‑IO) in South Sudan have raised serious concerns for the country’s fragile peace. Clashes occurred in Western Equatoria and Upper Nile States, including around Mathiang and Lainya County, as rebels defended against government moves. The SPLA‑IO reported one rebel fighter and two soldiers killed, [...]

The Dusuns In Brunei

In Brunei, the Dusuns are an ethnic minority mostly living in the Tutong District. They traditionally follow animist beliefs and worship a spirit god called Derato. Their main religious ritual is called Temarok, held after the rice harvest. Another important event is Adau Gayoh, celebrated on May 1st. Many Dusuns have now converted to Islam [...]

Brunei’s Royal Family: Faith, Tradition, And Modern Life

The royal family of Brunei is one of the most well-known in Asia. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah is the ruler of Brunei and has led the country for many years. His children, including Prince Mateen, are also popular, especially among the younger generation. Prince Mateen is active in sports like polo and often shares parts of [...]

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