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The 21 film, A Testament to Faith and Sacrifice
"The 21" is not just a film; it is an unflinching testament to the resilience of the human spirit, the power of faith in the face of unimaginable suffering, and…
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Historic Agreement between Italy and the Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Italy: A Step Forward for Religious Freedom
Last 27 January 2025 in Rome, the signing of the Agreement (Intesa) between the Italian Republic and the Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Italy (DOR) represents a significant moment for religious…
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European Church of Scientology Engages in Global Religious Freedom Advocacy at IRF Summit 2025
KINGNEWSWIRE // Washington, D.C. – February 6, 2025 – The International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit 2025 brought together a diverse coalition of religious leaders, human rights advocates, and policymakers to discuss…
Religion
“The Brothers Karamazov” – Faith, Morality, and the Search for Truth in Dostoevsky’s Magnum Opus
Truth lies at the heart of Fyodor Dostoevsky's powerful novel, The Brothers Karamazov, where you are invited to explore the profound themes of faith, morality, and the search for truth.…
Bahai
European Lawmakers Condemn Escalating Persecution of Bahá’í Women in Iran
BRUSSELS – In an unprecedented display of solidarity, 125 Members of the European Parliament and national parliaments across Europe have endorsed a statement by United Nations Special Rapporteurs and experts,…
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Elder Soares Calls for Compassion in Religious Freedom Advocacy
Washington, D.C. — Elder Ulisses Soares of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivered a compelling call for compassion as the…
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The UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion Or Belief Presents Key Links Between Religious Freedom and Torture Prevention
In February of this year, Professor Nazila Ghanea, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief, submitted a proper report on the link between torture prevention and…
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French media and Miviludes are contributing to the creation of a fearful environment for religious minorities
The Miviludes (Mission interministérielle de vigilance et de lutte contre les dérives sectaires) is the country’s main institution for the fight against sectarian risks. Established in 2002, its mission is…
Christianity
Ballistic missile hits St. Andrew the Cathedral church in Zaporizhia
On January 18, during a morning attack, two Russian ballistic missiles hit the city’s St. Andrew the First-Called UOC cathedral in the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhia. The dome of the…
Christianity
Romanian Church Encourages Organ Donation
The Romanian Orthodox Church encourages Christians to donate their organs when it is necessary to save the life of another person. This is clear from a text recently published on…