Central African Republic in Crisis

The Central African republic is a nation in crisis, following the recent coup in that country. Persecution against Christians and others has continued, even while some of these groups are attempting to assist those who are suffering as a consequence of the national emergency. The link below is to an article reporting on the situation in the Central African Republic.

For more visit:
http://www.worldwatchmonitor.org/2013/07/article_2617003.html/

Sri Lanka: Persecution News Update

The link below is to an article reporting on recent incidents of persecution in Sri Lanka.

For more visit:
http://www.opendoorsusa.org/pray/prayer-updates/2013/06-June/June-Not-a-Good-Month-for-Christians-in-Sri-Lanka

Latest Persecution News – 04 July 2012

Recent Incidents of Persecution in India

The following article reports on the latest news of persecution in India.

http://www.compassdirect.org/english/country/india/article_1617973.html

 

The articles linked to above are by Compass Direct News and  relate to persecution of Christians around the world. Please keep in mind that the definition of ‘Christian’ used by Compass Direct News is inclusive of some that would not be included in a definition of Christian that I would use or would be used by other Reformed Christians. The articles do however present an indication of persecution being faced by Christians around the world.

South China Sea: Trouble is Brewing in Territorial Disputes

1. Is war brewing in the South China Sea? Territorial disputes are raging between China and Vietnam and also between China and the Philippines over a number of island groups in the South China Sea. A recent law passed by Vietnam has added fuel to the fire. The articles and videos below look into the disputes.

2. gulftoday.ae | Hanoi rejects Chinese protest over law on islands

   HANOI: Vietnam has rejected China’s protest over a new Vietnamese law that reasserts territorial claims over two South China Sea island g…

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3. Vietnam slams ‘absurd’ China protest over islands | Business Recorder

   Vietnam has defended a new maritime law claiming sovereignty over the fiercely-contested Paracel and Spratly islands, dismissing protests…

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4. Vietnam’s maritime claim ‘will harm ties’

   Beijing (China Daily/ANN) – Vietnam’s maritime law, which wrongly claims jurisdiction over Chinese islands, will seriously harm Sino-Viet…

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5. China, Vietnam dispute over Spratlys

   Vietnam has dismissed China’s protest against a new Vietnamese law reaffirming its sovereignty over two island groups China lays claim to…

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6. Kalayaan island group integral part of Palawan town – Palace – The Philippine Star ” News ” Headlines

   MANILA, Philippines – The Kalayaan Island Group (Spratlys) has always been an integral part of Kalayaan town in Palawan, Malacañang asser…

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7. US eyes return to some Southeast Asian military bases

   As the Obama administration revamps its Asian strategy in response to a rising China, the US military is eyeing a return to some familiar…

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8. China gets tough as Vietnam claims disputed islands

   An imposing presence … Chinese Navy submarines and warships take part in an international fleet review. Photo: Reuters BEIJING: In a sh…

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9. China urges Vietnam to correct erroneous maritime law – Globaltimes.cn

   The National People’s Congress (NPC), China’s top legislature, on Friday urged Vietnam to correct an erroneous maritime law it passed on …

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10. CHINA ANNOUNCES ESTABLISHING SANSHA CITY

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11. Can Vietnam´s maritime law stand scrutiny in international court ?

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12. China protests Vietnamese Sea Law

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Latest Persecution News – 02 May 2012

India Briefs: Recent Incidents of Persecution

The following article reports on the latest news of persecution in India, with a listing of incidents in that country.

http://www.compassdirect.org/english/country/india/article_1522526.html

 

The articles linked to above are by Compass Direct News and  relate to persecution of Christians around the world. Please keep in mind that the definition of ‘Christian’ used by Compass Direct News is inclusive of some that would not be included in a definition of Christian that I would use or would be used by other Reformed Christians. The articles do however present an indication of persecution being faced by Christians around the world.

Latest Persecution News – 12 March 2012

Doctors Try to Save Remaining Eye of Ugandan Pastor

The following article reports on the recovery of a Ugandan pastor from an acid attack by Islamic extremists.

http://www.compassdirect.org/english/country/uganda/article_1422178.html

 

India Briefs: Recent Incidents of Persecution

The following article provides a ’round up’ of persecution incidents in recent times in India.

http://www.compassdirect.org/english/country/india/article_1424992.html

 

Christian Woman in Pakistan Freed after ‘Blasphemy’ Accusation

The following article reports on the release of a Christian woman falsely accused of desecrating the Quran in Pakistan.

http://www.compassdirect.org/english/country/pakistan/article_1427582.html

 

The articles linked to above are by Compass Direct News and  relate to persecution of Christians around the world. Please keep in mind that the definition of ‘Christian’ used by Compass Direct News is inclusive of some that would not be included in a definition of Christian that I would use or would be used by other Reformed Christians. The articles do however present an indication of persecution being faced by Christians around the world.

Latest Persecution News – 16 February 2012

Christian Charged with ‘Blasphemy’ in Pakistan Denied Bail

The following article reports on the case of a young man charged with blasphemy in Pakistan, despite the absence of any evidence of it.

http://www.compassdirect.org/english/country/pakistan/article_1375550.html

 

India Briefs: Recent Incidents of Persecution

The following article is an update of persecution news from India.

http://www.compassdirect.org/english/country/india/article_1377575.html

 

Ethiopian Convert from Islam Dodges Dangers in Kenya

The following article reports on a Christian convert who fled Ethiopia and is now being persecuted in Kenya by Islamic extremists.

http://www.compassdirect.org/english/country/kenya/article_1379820.html

 

The articles linked to above are by Compass Direct News and  relate to persecution of Christians around the world. Please keep in mind that the definition of ‘Christian’ used by Compass Direct News is inclusive of some that would not be included in a definition of Christian that I would use or would be used by other Reformed Christians. The articles do however present an indication of persecution being faced by Christians around the world.

Persecution News: What was Missed While on My Break – Part 4

The following are articles from Compass Direct News from the period I was on my break:

• Authorities, Islamists in Egypt Stop Church From Re-Opening – 20 May 2011

• Christian Woman in Darfur, Sudan Arrested for Evangelizing – 24 May 2011

• Provincial Officials in Algeria Orders Churches to Close – 25 May 2011

• Algerian Christian Sentenced Beyond Prosecutor’s Request – 30 May 2011

• Police Reluctant to Prosecute Attack on Pakistan Church – 1 June 2011

• Nepal Plans New Criminal Code Forbidding Evangelism – 2 June 2011

• India Briefs: Recent Incidents of Persecution – 7 June 2011

 

Persecution News: What was Missed While on My Break – Part 3

The following are articles from Compass Direct News from the period I was on my break:

• ‘Blasphemy’ Laws in Egypt, Sudan Threaten Converts – 11 May 2011

• Indonesian ‘Blasphemy’ Law a Weapon for Radical Islam – 12 May 2011

• Villagers in Bangladesh Beat Christian for Defending Girls – 12 May 2011

• Pakistan’s ‘Blapshemy’ Laws Pose Growing Threat – 13 May 2011

• Muslim Extremists Burn Church Building, Homes in Nigeria – 16 May 2011

• Kidnappers Allegedly Called Murdered Iraqi Christian’s Employer – 18 May 2011

• Pakistani Muslims Kidnap Christian Girl Over Brother’s ‘Affair’ – 19 May 2011

• India Briefs – 20 May 2011

 

Persecution News: What was Missed While on My Break – Part 1

The following are articles from Compass Direct News from the period I was on my break:

• India Briefs: Recent Incidents of Persecution – 25th April 2011

• Charges Fabricated Against Six Christians in Bangladesh – 26th April 2011

• Church Building in Egypt Reconstructed in Time for Easter – 27th April 2011

• Survey of Christians in India Sets Off Alarm Bells – 29th April 2011

• India Briefs: Recent Incidents of Persecution – 29th April 2011

• Rioting Muslims Damage Church, Properties in Pakistan – 2 May 2011