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Japanese Christians help earthquake survivors find hope

Japan (MNN) -- July earthquakes reopen wounds in Kumamoto.

Holy Land economy struggles; Palestinian Christians persevere

Holy Land (MNN) -- Believers have endured the fallout of war in Gaza and Iran. Now, an economic war puts their livelihood in peril.

God answers prayers: missionary Kevin Rideout released after nine months of captivity

Missionary pilot Kevin Rideout is safe and healthy after being kidnapped nine months ago from his home in Niger.

Devotionals help bring kids in Ukraine to Christ

Amidst the suffering in Ukraine, children are finding faith in Jesus through Keys for Kids devotionals.

Court keeps investigation into Pastor Raymond Koh’s disappearance on hold amid government appeal

The legal battle continues after the latest appeal by Koh's family to overturn a stay order was denied.

What does Sheikh Hasina’s promised return mean for Christians in Bangladesh?

Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina targets December as her return date. Instability could mean further persecution for Christians.

Conflict in Manipur continues to impact thousands

India (MNN) – The violence in the Manipur state of India continues. Unfortunately, Manipur can be overlookede internationally.

Trial resumes this week for Korean Missionary Park Tae-Yeon

The trial of Korean Missionary Park Tae-Yeon resumes this week in Khabarovsk.

India’s anti-conversion laws are being abused to persecute Christians in new ways

Pastors are jailed over false reports, churches are flagged for serving food, and ministries are severely restricted.

The current reality for Christians of Central Asia

Christians in Central Asia face conflict on multiple fronts, according to Eric Mock of the Slavic Gospel Association.

Israel and Lebanon test peace framework through pilot zones

Lebanon (MNN) -- Pilot zones could open path to rebuilding southern Lebanon.

Ebola threatens internally displaced person camps in the DRC, yet Christians continue to minister

Poor conditions in IDP camps make them susceptible to Ebola, but Christian ministry MAF continues to serve people there regardless.

FoundationsBT equips the global Church for Bible translation

International (MNN) -- New toolkit makes church-centric Bible translation more accessible.

Houthi attack on Saudi tanker raises stakes in Iran conflict

On Wednesday, Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for striking a Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea, and threatened to intensify...

Summer camps are changing lives for wartime children in Ukraine

Summer camps provide safety and hope for children growing up during wartime in Ukraine.

Taliban arrests lead to an unexpected protest in western Afghanistan

Afghanistan (MNN) — Arrests led to street demonstrations in the city of Herat.

UN warns Haiti violence worsening; churches welcome fleeing families

New waves of gang violence in Port-au-Prince are sending more Haitians fleeing the capital. Armed groups now control most of the city, and...

Concerns mounting as backlash continues on Iranian protesters

Weeks of protests continue to bring heavy repercussions in Iran. There are reports of mass arbitrary arrests, denial of legal counsel and worse.