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2017-05-18

  • Governor Imprisoned for Alleged Blasphemy

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    Basuki (Ahok) Tjahaja Purnama
    Wikimedia Commons / Government
    of Republic of Indonesia

    In a tense trial that was widely seen as a test of religious tolerance in the world's largest Muslim-majority nation, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama (popularly known as "Ahok"), has been sentenced to two years' imprisonment for alleged blasphemy. The May 9th sentence of the Jakarta governor was harsher than expected and has come as a shock to many of his supporters. TV news coverage of the scene outside the court showed some supporters weeping.
  • Alarming Rise in Targeted Attacks

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    Prime Minister Narendra Modi
    Flickr / Global Panorama (cc)

    According to a newly published report, attacks against Christians in India have arisen at an alarming rate. The All India Christian Council recorded an increase of almost 20 percent in attacks against Christians within the year of 2016 alone. The report also indicates that physical violence against believers is up by 40 percent and murders have doubled.
  • Newest Release of Christian Prisoners!

    Petr Jasek in prison
    Praise God for all the releases!

    After 510 days in prison, Rev. Hassan Abduraheem and Mr. Abdulmonem Abdumawla, whom were both initially sentenced to 11 years of imprisonment, have recently been released after receiving presidential pardon. The two men were arrested in December 2015, along with VOM's Czech ministry partner Petr Jasek and fellow Christian Rev. Kuwa Shamal. (To review previously posted reports on their situation, click here.)