Prayer News
Malaysia | Inquiry Finds State Behind The Disappearance of Raymond Koh
Malaysian pastor Raymond Koh was abducted with the involvement of state agents, the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUKAHAM) declared on 3 April, following a year-long inquiry into Pastor Koh’s disappearance.
Bangladesh | Falsely Accused Pastor Released From Prison
On 26 March, Pastor Elahi Mondol was released following his imprisonment earlier this month in Bangladesh.
Syria | Strengthening The Church That Remains
As the Syrian civil war enters what could be its last year, Christians are trying to rebuild in the face of an uncertain future.
New Zealand | Pray For Christchurch
On Friday, 15 March, two mosques in Christchurch were attacked. 50 people lost their lives, with another 50 people injured.
Egypt | More Churches Legalised But Many More To Go
Egypt legalised 156 churches and service buildings on Tuesday, 5 March. The total number of approved Christian churches in Egypt is now 783.
North Korea | World Leaders Meet While The Country Starves
People living in North Korea are facing a dire situation. As the world focuses on the diplomatic stalemate between Kim Jong-un and Donald Trump, the food crisis is worsening.
Indonesia | Christian Ex-Governor Ahok Released
On 24 January, Jakarta’s former governor Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, known as Ahok was released from prison. He served almost two years for blasphemy against Islam.
Pakistan | Christian Freed From Blasphemy Charges
On 15 January, Pervaiz Masih was released after spending three-and-half years in prison, charged with insulting the prophet Mohammad in September 2015.