Christians in Remote Indian Village Attacked for Resisting Forced Conversions

Jun 29, 2025 23:46

Elizabeth Owens

Eight people were injured, some seriously, in an attack that local leaders say lasted for hours. Photo: Catholic Herald

Persecuted Christians

35-year-old Christian tortured and killed. Activists: ‘Not an isolated case’

On 12 May, Kashif Masih was brutally tortured and killed over a false accusation of theft. A former police officer is under investigation in connection with the case. The incident has reignited outrage over the persecution of Christians in Pakistan and the impunity often granted to those in positions of power. Human rights activists: «No uniform should place anyone above the law.»

May 23, 2025 11:55

ZENIT Staff

Persecuted Christians•Religious Freedom

Nigeria, Congo and Mozambique: deadliest countries for any Christian according to new research

According to the «2025 Red List» published by Global Christian Relief (GCR), more than 10,000 Christians were murdered across the continent between November 2022 and 2024, primarily by Islamist extremist groups operating with near impunity.

May 14, 2025 11:50

Elizabeth Owens

Persecuted Christians

India: six Christian families expelled from village for not renouncing their religion

In the predominantly tribal district of Sukma, families were forced out of their homes and dumped in a forest. Only the intervention of the police allowed them to return, but locals first prevented access. Archbishop Thakur laments ongoing persecution, stressing that the Church continues to serve without discrimination despite unfair accusations.

Apr 20, 2025 00:11

ZENIT Staff

Local Church•Persecuted Christians

Half of Polish Clergy Claims to Have Been Victimized Just for Being Priests

They noted that their insecurity lessened when they wore clerical insignia. 85.9% say that violence against priests has increased over the last decade.

Apr 19, 2025 07:25

Rafael Llanes

Holy Land•Persecuted Christians•Religious Freedom

Jewish persecution of Christians in the Holy Land on the rise, research reveals

In 2024, a total of 111 incidents targeting Christians were recorded, ranging from verbal harassment to physical assaults on clergy and vandalism of churches and holy sites. Thirty-five of these attacks were directed specifically at religious properties—sacred spaces turned into symbols of vulnerability

Apr 08, 2025 15:18

ZENIT Staff

A «Box Office» Pope: Vatican Reveals Number of People That Attended Events with Leo XIV in 2025

Between Pope Francis and Pope Leo, the total number of people received was 3,176,620.

Pope Leo XIV Named Treccani’s Person of the Year: A Pontificate of Subtle Strength and Measured Influence

By exercising quiet leadership, prioritizing pastoral care, and resisting the pressures to adopt extremes, he has positioned the Catholic Church as a thoughtful actor in global discussions on justice, peace, and human dignity

Christians in Remote Indian Village Attacked for Resisting Forced Conversions

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35-year-old Christian tortured and killed. Activists: ‘Not an isolated case’

Nigeria, Congo and Mozambique: deadliest countries for any Christian according to new research

India: six Christian families expelled from village for not renouncing their religion

Half of Polish Clergy Claims to Have Been Victimized Just for Being Priests

Jewish persecution of Christians in the Holy Land on the rise, research reveals