Freedom of Religion and Belief
NICARAGUA: Full-scale crackdown on Catholic and Protestant communities Excerpts of USCIRF Report Arrest, imprisonment, and exile of members of the Catholic Church USCIRF (24.07.2024) – The Nicaraguan government’s campaign to arrest, imprison, and exile Catholic...
Freedom of Religion and Belief
PAKISTAN: USCIRF condemns violence against Christians Nazir Gil Masih, lynched by a mob in Sargodha, died in the hospital. The situation is no longer tolerable, the American commission says. By Massimo Introvigne Bitter Winter (11.06.2024) – Nazir (Lazar)...
Freedom of Religion and Belief
ERITREA: USCIRF condemns Religious Freedom violations in Eritrea While some of those incarcerated because of their faith were released in 2023, many others remain in jail. By Massimo Introvigne Bitter Winter (22.05.2024) – On May 13, the United States Commission...
Freedom of Religion and Belief
CHINA: Religious liberty and “malignant influence” getting worse, USCIRF says The 2024 USCIRF report notes a deteriorating situation in several countries. “Bitter Winter” remains a trusted source. by Massimo Introvigne Bitter Winter(07.05.2024) – Every year, the...
Freedom of Religion and Belief
IRAQ: USCIRF calls for U.S. Government to support Iraq’s religious communities on anniversary of genocide determination USCIRF (18.03.2024) – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) solemnly marks the eighth anniversary of the U.S....