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Thursday, 30 July 2015 15:53
Syria: ‘IS-free zone’
The United States intends creating IS-free corridors in southern and northern Syria, and needs Turkey's cooperation on the northern corridor. The perceived goal is to wedge IS between the two corridors, erode it with air attacks…
Thursday, 30 July 2015 15:51
Iran: Iranian house churches helped to face adversity
Iran’s Christians face persecution daily, and choosing to accept Jesus Christ means living a life of secrecy and constant fear. SAT-7, a Christian satellite television service to the Middle East and North Africa, created ‘God and…
Wednesday, 29 July 2015 17:29
‘Untouchable’ Christians told ‘convert or be denied benefits’
Hindu nationalists have converted 39 people from Dalit Christian families to Hinduism in a controversial ceremony aimed at making them eligible for a government benefits programme. ‘We are moving ahead with our initiative and more families…
Wednesday, 29 July 2015 17:28
Nigeria: USA backs Nigeria but a pledged $5 million is in jeopardy
On Monday President Barack Obama met Nigeria's new leader Muhammadu Buhari and discussed ongoing plans to defeat Boko Haram. Obama praised Buhari's integrity and Buhari claimed to have a very clear agenda in defeating Boko Haram…
Wednesday, 29 July 2015 17:27
Lebanon: Reaching ‘an unreached people-group’
Deaf children in the Middle East are neglected because of their impairment. They miss out in family life, education and economic opportunities. Many Muslim parents believe deaf children bring shame to the family. There are an…
Wednesday, 29 July 2015 17:26
Mexico: Women rally against rampant domestic violence
Congresswomen and activists demonstrated in front of Mexico's Interior Ministry in Mexico City by lying on the ground, imitating a crime scene, with chalk outlines around their bodies and chanting ‘gender alert in the State of…