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freedom of religion
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US Government Brings Plight of Persecuted Christians in Nigeria to the United Nations
U.S. officials, including Ambassador Mike Waltz, singer Nicki Minaj, and religious freedom advocates elevate urgent concerns over rising anti-Christian violence in Nigeria. ADF International representative joined panel of religious freedom experts, calling for continued U.S. and global action to protect Christians in Nigeria. NEW YORK CITY (18 November 2025) – At an event…
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Religious Freedom Coalition Thanks President Trump for Designating Nigeria “Country of Particular Concern;” Proposes Next Steps to Protect Persecuted Christians”
In letter thanking President Trump, coalition of international religious freedom experts and faith leaders outlines key recommendations to respond to crisis facing persecuted Christians in Nigeria. ADF International joins the call, urging continued U.S. leadership and global action to defend religious freedom in…
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Live from Court: Finland’s “Bible Tweet” Case Reaches Supreme Court in Landmark Free Speech Battle
Prosecution seeks conviction for quoting the Bible as Finland’s highest court hears final appeal
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Following Prime Minister’s Rejection, Egyptian Christians Petition Government in Case to Recognize Easter Sunday as a Public Holiday
First hearing held in case to officially recognize Easter; presents new opportunity for Egypt to advance religious freedom protections, as petitioners seek to end requirement for millions of Christians to work or attend school on…
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European Parliament Calls for Urgent Protection of Christians and other Religious Minorities in Syria Following Targeted Attacks
The European Parliament adopted a resolution following one of Syria’s deadliest anti-Christian attacks in years at Mar Elias Church in Damascus ADF International welcomes the resolution’s explicit condemnation of targeted violence against Christians and other…
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European Parliament, in Rare Move, Calls a Second Time for Immediate Release of Nigerian Prisoner Yahaya Sharif-Aminu, Condemns Blasphemy Law
Near-unanimous resolution urges Nigeria to “immediately and unconditionally release Yahaya Sharif-Aminu,” and abolish blasphemy laws.
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Formerly Imprisoned Nicaraguan Pastors and Ministry Leaders Pursue Justice at International Court
11 pastors, ministry leaders with Puerta de la Montaña now safe in Guatemala after being sentenced to millions in fines and 10+ years in prison on sham charges.
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Christian Convert From Islam Freed After Imprisonment Over Facebook Posts
Contributor to Facebook group for Christian converts from Islam has been freed after over three years in detention Abdulbaqi Saeed Abdo, father of 5, withstood severe conditions – and period of hunger strike – before…
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Jim Demers: Justice Delayed and Overdue in Canada
The authorities have violated Canadian man Jim Demers’ rights X-twitter Linkedin Around the world, governments are enacting so-called “buffer zones”—restricted areas where the state dictates what can and cannot be said. These designated zones—incorporating public…
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Evangelical church in Rome, deemed a “shop” by authorities, appeals to top human rights court – Italian state demands 50,000€
The Italian Supreme Court ruled against Christian community Breccia di Roma after lower courts affirmed that Evangelical places of worship “can look different” than other denominations.
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