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European Parliament Re-establishes Intergroup on Freedom of Religion or Belief

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Brussels – In a decisive move to enhance the protection of religious freedom across Europe and beyond, the European Parliament has re-established the Intergroup on Freedom of Religion or Belief. This initiative, confirmed during the...
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Religious Freedom Awards 2024: A Tribute to Coexistence and Human Dignity

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Religious Freedom // Last November 29, 2024, at the Church of Scientology of Spain, located just meters from the National Parliament in Madrid, the 11th edition of the Religious Freedom Awards, was held. This event,...
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A Celebration of Kindness and Peace at the Churches of Scientology for Europe

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On Boulevard Waterloo in Brussels, the Churches of Scientology for Europe hosted a landmark conference centered on kindness, peace, and understanding among diverse communities. Organized under the stewardship of Eric Roux, a dedicated advocate...
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UN General Assembly Takes a Stand: New Resolution Addresses Trafficking and Forced Religious Conversions

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Washington, D.C., November 20, 2024 – In a step forward for the advancement of human rights worldwide, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)s Third Committee has approved a groundbreaking resolution on Child, Early, and Forced...
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Words That Shape the Future: Antonella Sberna’s Vision for Interreligious Dialogue in Europe

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At the event titled "Why Words Matter," organized by the International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID), European Parliament Vice President Antonella Sberna delivered a thought-provoking speech that underscored the transformative role of language and dialogue in...
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Germany Systemic mass-scale religious segregation condoned by the European Union for 10 years

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As of 5 October 2024, 512 public tenders submitted by Germany to the EU in the nine first months of the year were accepted and published by the EU Tenders Transparency Portal despite their...
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Russia, 147 Jehovah’s Witnesses sentenced to heavy terms languish behind bars

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On 25 October, 46-year-old Jehovah's Witness Roman Mareev was released after having served his prison term but many others are still behind barbed wires: 147 according to the database of religious prisoners of Human Rights Without Frontiers in Brussels. In Russia,...
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Fethullah Gülen, Advocate for Peace and Dialogue, Passes Away at 86

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Fethullah Gülen, a prominent Turkish cleric and advocate for interfaith dialogue and education, passed away on October 21, 2024, in a Pennsylvania hospital at the age of 86. Known for his emphasis on peace,...
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Hungary, UN expert Nazila Ghanea Reports on Discrimination and Religious Rights

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Budapest, Hungary, October 2024 – Hungary faces a decision regarding religious freedom as it navigates the challenge of preserving its traditional connections with major religious organizations while also confronting the growing issue of discrimination against...
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Religious Persecution in Europe: Margaritis Schinas’ Vision for Internal Tolerance and Solidarity

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In a passionate and reflective speech delivered at the European Parliament during the "how to stop the rise of religious intolerance in Europe" debate, Mr. Margaritis Schinas, Vice President of the European Commission, addressed...
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Dr. Nazila Ghanea Addressed to the Faith and Freedom Summit IV

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The Faith and Freedom Summit IV, held on September 24-25 at the Latin American Parliament in Panama City, brought together a diverse coalition of voices advocating for religious freedom and peaceful coexistence. With more than 40 international...
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USCIRF Commissioner Maureen Ferguson civil society groups are often the first to expose religious freedom violations

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U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) Commissioner Ms Maureen Ferguson participated as a keynote speaker at the IV Edition of the Faith & Freedom Summit NGO Coalition, held 24-25 September at the Latin...
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OSCE-ODIHR launched book “Belief, Dialogue, and Security”

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A New Guide for Fostering Interfaith Cooperation The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has proudly launched its latest publication, "Belief, Dialogue, and Security: Fostering Dialogue and Joint Action Across Religious and...
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PANAMA, the cradle of the fourth edition of the Faith and Freedom Summit. Why?

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Panama, a reference for its successful accommodation of the de facto religious diversity and the peaceful coexistence between historical, tribal and new religions This year, the ‘Faith and Freedom Summit’ organized by civil society organizations of Europe...
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Panama to host the 4th Edition of the Faith and Freedom Summit

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As published by the well-known digital newspaper ‘Panoráma Económico Panama’, the most read digital news of Panama, the Parlatino will host this week the 4th edition of the prestigious ‘Faith and Freedom Summit’ (see...
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The EU Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief on mission in Pakistan

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The EU Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief, Mr Frans van Daele, is on the eve of carrying out a fact-finding mission in Pakistan. The dates announced two months ago were 8-11...
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UKRAINE The UOC, the historical branch of the Russian Orthodox Church in Ukraine, on the path to be banned

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On Independence Day, President Zelensky signed Law № 8371 banning the activities of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) in Ukraine through the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC) On 24 August 2024, President Zelensky signed Law No. 8371...
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OSCE Urges Immediate Action Amid Surge in Religious Hate Crimes Across Europe

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Vienna, August 22, 2024 – Religious Hate Crimes - On the occasion of the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief, there is a significant focus on the...
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Religious Freedom Under Threat: The Case of Scientology in Hungary

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Religious minorities in Hungary, particularly the Church of Scientology, have faced increasing discrimination and legal challenges in recent years, according to multiple reports and statements from international human rights bodies. In 2017, Hungarian authorities conducted...
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Russia, A court fined a disabled Jehovah’s Witness suffering from cancer to 4500 USD

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On August 8, 2014, Judge Sergey Lytkin of the Kurgan City Court convicted Anatoliy Isakov, 59, for so-called extremism simply for holding peaceful private Christian worship services. The prosecutor requested for Anatoly Isakov 6.5 years probation with a...
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French anti-religious MIVILUDES now attacks also the Catholic Church

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In a turn of events in the ongoing discussion on religious freedoms in France the government antireligious MIVILUDES is facing criticism for its bias against religion, particularly for expanding its investigation to include traditional...
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Spain says YES to Bahai marriage

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In an important step towards promoting religious inclusion and diversity in Spain, the first legally and civilly recognised Bahá'í marriage in the country has taken place. This significant milestone came after the Bahá'í Community...
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Global Leaders to Convene in Panama for Faith and Freedom Summit IV

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Panama City, Panama – In a world where religious freedoms are increasingly under threat, the Faith and Freedom Summit IV is set to provide a crucial platform for dialogue and action. Scheduled for September 24-25,...
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France 2: Hidden Cameras, Journalistic Ethics and State Television

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Journalistic ethics is a delicate subject. There is such a need to protect the press from various forms of interference, and to preserve its freedom, that very often, any criticism of a journalist or...
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Russia – Three Jehovah’s Witnesses sentenced to 78, 74 and 27 months in prison

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Gevorg Yeritsyan, a Jehovah’s Witness sentenced to 6 years and 2 months in prison at the end of June, declared in court  at the end of his trial: “Jehovah's Witnesses have faced persecution at different...
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