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New UK Special Envoy on FoRB David Smith Condemned Torture and Religious Persecution in UN Human Rights Council Statement

Geneva. On March 4th the United Kingdom called for urgent global action to combat torture and protect freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) in detention centers, following a stark warning from the UN Special...

Kenyan President’s Church Donation Causes Riots

A church donation by Kenyan President William Ruto has caused unrest in the country, the BBC reports. Protesters tried to storm a church that had received a large donation from the head of state....

A joint statement of Syrian patriarchs

On March 8, the three patriarchs of the Christian churches in Syria - the Siro-Yakobite Patriarch Ignatius Aphrem II, the Orthodox Antioch Patriarch John X and the Melkite (Catholic Uniate) Patriarch Youssef (Joseph) Absi -...

Hungary’s Refusal to End Religious Discrimination and the Politicization of Human Rights Debates

The UN’s latest discussions on freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) once again revealed two troubling trends: Hungary’s continued refusal to address serious religious discrimination, and the misuse of the FoRB space by multiple states to wage geopolitical battles, rather than...

France: Miviludes Convicted for Having Stigmatized a Kibbutz

In France, Miviludes is a sub-agency of the Ministry of Interior, dedicated to fight against what they call “cults”, which encompasses a large variety of well accepted abroad new religious movements as well as...

TASS reported a “prevented assassination attempt” against Metropolitan Tikhon (Shevkunov)

The Russian state news agency TASS reported end of february a “thwarted terrorist act against Metropolitan Tikhon (Shevkunov) of Simferopol and Crimea.” Two of his students, graduates of the Sretensky Theological Seminary, have been arrested....

Scientology Opens Ideal Center in Pilsen: A European Hub for Culture, Spiritual Growth and Community Help

KINGNEWSWIREAGENCY - On February 22, 2025, the first Ideal Dianetics and Scientology Center in the Czech Republic opened in Pilsen. The event marked a milestone for local community projects and spiritual development. Guests, including...

Russian Church Transfers Karlovy Vary Church to Hungary to Secure Ownership

The resort town of Karlovy Vary in the Czech Republic, traditionally popular with Russian tourists, is known for its thermal springs and colonnades. However, it has recently been receiving increasing attention from the Russian...

Patriarch Theodore in Kenya again speaks about the schism created by the “church from the North”

The Patriarch of Alexandria Theodore II celebrated his name day in Kenya, where on February 17 he celebrated the Divine Liturgy in the church of “St. Macarius of Egypt” at the patriarchal school “Archbishop...

Sofia Hosts ‘Magnificent Bridges of Light’ Concert to Mark UN World Interfaith Harmony Week

SOFIA, BULGARIA—In a celebration of unity through diversity, the 'Magnificent Bridges of Light' concert took center stage on February 17th at Sofia’s Military Club. The event, held beneath the grand arches of the venue’s...

Do our prayers help the dead in Orthodox perspective?

Can I influence the posthumous fate of a deceased loved one through prayer? Answer: There are opinions in Church Tradition on this matter that differ greatly from each other. First of all, we remember the words of...

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 the enduring legacy of...

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 pluralism in the country....

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 global religious freedom challenges....

“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. As you explore into...

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, condemning the escalating persecution...

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 cornerstone of religious freedom...

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 religious liberty.

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 to watch  and combat what it considers to be groups that pose a risk to public order or individual freedoms.  Nonetheless, over the years Miviludes has come under increasing scrutiny for the lack of transparency, the  sensationalist rhetoric and the questionable methodologies. Also, its relationship with the media is rather close which has created  a feedback loop that amplifies the public fears and stigmatizes religious minorities.

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 church collapsed. Fr. Konstantin Kostyukovich...

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 the official website of...

Alaska Educator Forcibly Committed to Psych drugs for Expressing Her Faith

Alaska Educator Sues Psychiatric Facility After Being Forcibly Committed for Expressing Her Faith Mary Fulp, a respected educator and the 2022 Alaska Principal of the Year, never expected that her heartfelt expression of faith would...

Human Trafficking Under the Spotlight

KINGNEWSWIRE // In its efforts to uphold rights worldwide the Church of Scientology plays a significant role in the fight, against human trafficking by raising awareness through campaigns and educational programs and collaborating internationally. Scientologists are...

Archbishop George of Cyprus on the management of church property: I think there should be more order

Two years after his election as head of the Cyprus Archdiocese, Archbishop George spoke in an interview with the newspaper "Phileleuteros" about the problems he has encountered in the management of church property. He intends...

The Bahá’í World: A Revival of Vision and Unity in a New Era

The Bahá’í World Resumes Historic Series with New Volume Highlighting Global Spiritual and Social Progress A treasured chronicle of spiritual and social evolution has been revitalized with the release of the 35th volume of The...
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