Syrians Plead for Help as President Assad Continues Assault on Homs

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:16:25 EST

As violence rages in Syria, civilians across the country are pleading with the global community to step in and help put a stop to the Assad regime's attacks – contradicting the actions of a Christian community that continues to support the leadership in an effort to avoid persecution faced by Christians in other post-Arab Spring countries. 

Models Launch Rights Group Ahead of New York Fashion Week (VIDEO)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:43:59 EST

A group of models have banned together to launch a rights campaign on Monday calling for worker protections for models in the fashion industry ahead of New York Fashion Week.

Persecution Roundup: Bombing in Sudan, Violence in India, Injustice in Saudi Arabia

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:10:57 EST

Several reports of persecution against Christians from around the globe have emerged this week, including an update on violence against Christians in Nigeria, the deadly 2010 bombing of an Iraqi church, attacks against Christians in India and a bombing of a missionary Bible college in Sudan.

US Military Archbishop Blames War for Woes of Iraqi Christians

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:49:05 EST

The toppling of Saddam Hussein's regime might have brought democracy to the country, but it also unleashed sectarian violence that has been taking a toll on the country's religious minorities, experts warn.

South Sudan to See Influx of 500,000 New Refugees?

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:29:51 EST

Aid agencies are expressing concern that up to half a million refugees could be fleeing Sudan into South Sudan in the coming months if Khartoum does not extend humanitarian agencies access to its people in need.

Nigeria Needs Greater Christian Support, Governance Observers Say

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:21:47 EST

As the eradication of Islamic extremism in Nigeria appears to lag, and the animosity between the Muslim population of the North and mostly southern Christian population fails to cease, many observers call for the Christian community to put a greater pressure on the Nigerian government.

Somalia's al-Shabaab Bans Red Cross Aid

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:33:00 EST

Humanitarian efforts in Somalia have ceased, as al-Shabaab rebels have announced a ban on International Red Cross (ICRC) workers from providing aid.

Jessica Buchanan Commercial Flight Somalia: Captive Heading Home

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:40:16 EST

Jessica Buchanan was rescued last Monday in a danger mission ordered by President Obama, after her condition was reported as life threatening. New reports state that she is now heading back to the United States.

Afghan Woman Killed for Giving Birth to a Girl

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:44:59 EST

A woman in Afghanistan's northeastern Kunduz province has been arrested for allegedly aiding her son in killing his wife for giving birth to a girl.

384 Children Killed in Bloody Syrian Uprising

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:00:35 EST

At least 384 children have been killed since the uprising against the Assad regime began in Syria almost a year ago. The numbers, provided by UNICEF, paint a grim picture for children in the conflict-ridden country.

Petition for Release of Christian Convicted of Blasphemy Reaches Half a Million

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:56:00 EST

A Pakistani Christian woman convicted of blasphemy and sentenced to death has successfully appealed a court's ruling, just as petition demanding her release has reached over 500,000 signatures.

Police, Congregation Unite to Hunt Down Fugitive Nev. Pastor

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:46:47 EST

A Las Vegas pastor on the run has been arrested in Mexico and brought back to Nevada for trial stemming from child sex abuse charges.