Christian Persecution: A Global Crisis Ignored by Mainstream Media

The global persecution of Christians continues to be one of the most pressing human rights crises of our time, yet it often fails to receive the attention it deserves in mainstream media. From Syria to Nigeria, Pakistan to China, and North Korea, Christians across the globe endure violence, imprisonment, and even death simply because of their faith.

Syria: Violence Intensifies After Assad’s Overthrow

In Syria, the situation for Christians has deteriorated dramatically in the aftermath of the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad. As violence intensifies in the wake of his downfall three months ago, reports indicate that more than 1,000 people have been killed in what is being described as the worst outbreak of violence since the regime change in December. Christians, often caught in the crossfire of sectarian conflicts, have been particularly vulnerable, with some targeted specifically for their faith. Many have fled the violence, while others have faced massacres by extremist groups operating in the region…read more