For Teshome Getachew, following Jesus while living near the Ethiopian-Somali border means walking a path marked by threats, fear, displacement, and uncertainty. Despite the dangers of being a Christian among Somali Muslims, Getachew said the journey is still worth it.
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·In May 2026, various parts of Syria experienced continued security operations and attacks attributed to ISIS cells that rely on rapid, hit-and-run tactics. The attacks included assassinations, gunfire, and strikes targeting military vehicles, guard posts and security facilities.
A decision by the Ministry of Information has sparked discontent and concern among employees, following the transfer of several staff members from the Ministry’s office in Damascus to the ministry’s directorates in Al-Raqqah and Deir Ezzor.
The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported that a seven-month-old baby was killed in the incident, though the death has not been confirmed by the IDF.
Pray →Sovereign Lord, we lift up the West Bank in this time of deep sorrow and unrest. You see the suffering of families caught in the turmoil, and Your heart is near to the brokenhearted. Establish Your peace where conflict has churned for generations, and let Your justice roll down like waters. Reveal Jesus to soldiers, civilians, and officials alike, that they may come to know the Prince of Peace in the midst of strife. Guard the vulnerable and sustain those who labor for peace under the weight of hostility. Let Your kingdom of righteousness and mercy break forth in unexpected places. To You belong justice, peace, compassion, and everlasting dominion through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The United States has announced an additional $38 million to support efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as health officials warn that the virus could spread further without stronger action.
An unknown explosion was heard in southern Hama countryside, where smoke was seen rising from the site, amid a state of panic among residents. Following the explosion, a fire broke out inside the grain silo facility in Kafarbehm (Kafrbu) town, injuring several workers who were…
The Israeli military says Friday's "incident is under review", expressing "deep sorrow for any harm caused".
By Ahmed Elimam, Jana Choukeir and Phil Stewart DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 6 (Reuters) - U.S. forces struck Iranian coastal radar sites on Saturday after shooting down drones launched by Iran toward the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S.
The US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites. Tehran responds by targeting US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
Aleppo province: Residents of Jabal Aqil neighborhood in Al-Bab city in eastern Aleppo countryside, are continuing their peaceful movement for the eighth week, demanding the return of their homes and lands which they have been barred from accessing since 2016 after the area was…
Hama province: Residents from several villages and towns in Hama province went out in a mass demonstration in Al-Aasy Square in Hama city, commemorating the 15th anniversary of the “Friday of the freedom of children” massacre that happened in 2011.
Pray →God of Justice and Compassion, we lift up the people of Hama as they gather to remember the children lost in the massacre 15 years ago. You see every life precious in Your sight, and Your heart grieves for every innocent lost. Bind up the wounds of those who continue to mourn, and let their cries come before You. Establish peace in Hama and throughout Syria, and let righteousness and praise spring up where sorrow has long lingered. Reveal Jesus as the comforter to grieving families, the hope for a weary nation, and the light in a land shadowed by violence. Let Your kingdom come in Hama, bringing healing, justice, and reconciliation. To You belong grace, truth, peace, and everlasting dominion through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
A new report from International Christian Concern (ICC), “Freedom of Worship: A False Reality in Vietnam,” examines the current state of religious freedom and Christian persecution under communism in Vietnam.
As of May 28, Baptist pastor Yuri Sipko, 74, is considered a terrorist and extremist on Rosfinmonitoring, Russia’s Federal Financial Monitoring Service. On the website, it reads, “SIPKO, Yury Kirillovich, born on 28 February 1952, Tara, Omsk Oblast, Russia.” Sipko, the former…
Pray →Sovereign Lord, we lift up Pastor Yuri Sipko and the believers in Russia as they face accusations of terrorism and extremism. You see the injustice and hear the cries of Your people when they are falsely accused for Your name's sake. Be a refuge and strength to Pastor Sipko, and let Your truth shine where lies have taken root. Guard the hearts of believers in Russia from fear, and let their faithfulness speak louder than any false charge. Reveal Jesus to officials and accusers, turning their hearts from oppression to justice. Let Your kingdom come and Your will be done in Russia, as it is in heaven. To You belong honor, power, and authority through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
US Central Command said seven ballistic missiles were fired towards Kuwait and Bahrain.
The response to the Ebola outbreak in Congo has been characterized as delayed and disorganized, indicating challenges in managing the public health crisis.
Kazakhstan's Protestant church traces its roots to believers deported to Stalin-era labor camps, where faith endured underground; today some 186,000 Protestants worship under tight state regulation, and Kazakh converts from Islam often face rejection from family and community.
The article discusses the Ebola outbreak in the Congo, focusing on its epicenter and the implications for public health and safety in the region.
As long as Beijing has been censoring content online, people in China have been finding ways around that censorship. Such “wall-jumpers” used to have a relatively easy time getting their hands on the necessary digital tools.
Deadly arms race continues despite lull in ground fighting
Restive Balochistan blows up
Israel's supreme court annuls government ban on international Red Cross visiting Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.
Pray →Righteous Father, we lift up the lands of Lebanon and Israel as conflict continues to cast its shadow over countless lives. Families live amidst destruction and uncertainty, and the cries for peace seem distant. You have promised that You hear the cries of the afflicted and You will arise to bring justice and truth. Restrain the forces of violence and let Your peace descend upon this region. Reveal Jesus to those who wage war and to the leaders who make decisions from afar. Strengthen the believers in Lebanon and Israel, that their lives may shine as beacons of hope and reconciliation. Let Your Word be a lamp in the darkness, guiding all people toward Your light. To You belong justice, mercy, and everlasting peace through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
At A Glance: Growing up in Gwoza in northeastern Nigeria, Christiana once had no problems. Then Boko Haram terrorists began targeting Gwoza, killing Christan families and burning churches. Because their faith was strong, Christiana’s family was prepared to face unimaginable…
An Iranian pastor who has lived in Armenia since 2019 has appealed to the United Nations for help after his passport was revoked. Masoud Taheri fled Iran after being arrested for his house-church activities and has not returned since.
Tensions over Somali elections escalate into violence, leaving Mogadishu residents grappling with fear and disruption.
Pray →Sovereign Lord, we bring before You the city of Mogadishu, where political tensions have erupted into violence, leaving its people in fear and turmoil. You are the One who brings order from chaos and light from darkness—speak peace into the unrest that has gripped this city. Establish Your kingdom in Somalia, restraining those who seek power through violence and intimidation. Strengthen Your church in Mogadishu, that it may stand as a beacon of hope and reconciliation amidst the conflict. Reveal Jesus to leaders and citizens alike, that they may seek righteousness and peace over division. Sustain the weary and fearful, and let justice roll on like a river in this land. To You belong wisdom, justice, mercy, and everlasting dominion through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
June 4 - Residents of Gaza, south Lebanon, northern Israel and Kuwait were all under fire this week despite U.S.-arranged ceasefires supposedly in force in their regions. Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza and Lebanon, with Israeli forces still actively deployed in both places.
Deir Ezzor province: A young man died affected by the injury he sustained, following the explosion of an unexploded object of war remnants in Al-Bou’amer town in eastern Deir Ezzor countryside, bringing the number of deaths to two.
The Egyptian authorities must immediately halt the unjust prosecutions of three human rights activists arrested solely for organizing a peaceful event calling for the release of those arbitrarily detained, Amnesty International said today.
Deir Ezzor province: civilian Abd Al-Hady Saleh Al-Duwaihy (60) was kidnapped earlier today near the Al-Saraya building in Al-Mayadeen City. According to information obtained by SOHR, four masked individuals driving a white “Hyundai” intercepted him in the area, before…
UN envoys call on Trump to stop Israeli annexation
Matthew 24 records Jesus telling his disciples that wars, famines and earthquakes would come before the end. The warning leaves Christians with a sober frame for reading the news: a broken world should grieve them, but it should not surprise them.
37th Anniversary of Tiananmen Square Massacre @BobFu4China — former Tiananmen student leader and ChinaAid President — shares how God’s providence spared his life just three days before the 1989 massacre.
Pray →Sovereign Lord, we remember Beijing on this solemn anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, and we thank You for Your providence in sparing Bob Fu's life. You see the cries of the oppressed and the longing for justice — You are near to the brokenhearted and save those crushed in spirit. Transform the memory of violence into a catalyst for peace, and sustain the underground church laboring quietly across China. Open the eyes of those in authority who resist Your truth, and reveal Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life to students and citizens alike. To You belong justice, mercy, and everlasting dominion through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
SOHR activists document 48 infightings leaving 127 people killed and injured The post From Rif Dimashq to Deir Ezzor | Infightings deepen chaos and lack of security first appeared on The Syrian Observatory For Human Rights.
Israel and Lebanon agreed Wednesday to implement a ceasefire but said it would require a "complete cessation" of fire by Iran-backed Hezbollah, according to a joint statement after US-led talks in Washington.
Pray →Sovereign Lord, we lift up the borderlands of Israel and Lebanon as they stand at the threshold of a conditional ceasefire. You are the One who stills the tumult of nations and brings peace in the midst of strife. We ask You to establish this fragile agreement and to silence the voices that call for renewed conflict. Reveal Jesus as the Prince of Peace to those who have lived with tension and fear, and let His peace surpassing all understanding guard hearts and minds on both sides of the border. Strengthen the church in these regions to be a witness to reconciliation and hope. To You belong wisdom, peace, and eternal sovereignty through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The opposition has called for protests after the president's term in office was extended by a year.
Pray →Sovereign Lord, we lift up the city of Mogadishu, where heavy gunfire echoes amidst political tension and uncertainty. You see the strife as leaders extend their terms and opposition calls for change. Bring Your peace to the streets and reveal Your justice in the halls of power. Restrain those who seek violence and let calm prevail where chaos threatens to rule. Reveal Jesus to officials, soldiers, and the citizens caught in the middle, that they may come to know Your truth and peace. Sustain the church in Mogadishu with courage and hope, and let their witness draw others to Your light. To You belong wisdom, justice, mercy, and everlasting dominion through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Darna province: Israeli military forces comprising two military vehicles and a tank, advanced in Al-Raqqad Valle area within Hand Al-Yarmouk in western Daraa countryside, amid military movements in the area.
Hamas has been exploiting Gazans in order to gather information on troop activities, response times, and blind spots for infiltration and attacks.
Israel carries out drone attacks on Lebanon after agreeing to renew ceasefire as Tehran defends attacks on Gulf nations.
A new report from the French government’s Interior Ministry found clear evidence that Jews and Christians are facing the largest number of reported abuse and attacks in France during the last year. The findings, reported by Worthy News, illustrate the massive religious freedom…
On the evening of May 23, Andrei Murzin’s phone alerted him about the possibility of an overnight Russian attack. The professor and program director at Kyiv Theological Seminary faced a choice: Stay in his 15th-floor apartment—an option that made him a little nervous—or spend…
According to SOHR data, a signifcant rise in rates of crimes has been documented in different Syrian provinces, where 201 crimes and murders took place leaving 222 people including 178 men, 30 women and 14 children.
Al-Raqqah province: SOHR sources have reported that Kurdish “Turba” village in Tal Abyad countryside has been witnessing the repercussions of serious violations targeting its residents for years, where their movable properties were seized and stolen and their homes were comple…
For decades, non-Muslim communities throughout Malaysia have operated under a quiet, frustrating reality. Due to a chronic shortage of land available for non-Islamic places of worship — referred to administratively as “Rumah Ibadat Selain Islam” or “RISI” — thousands of church…
Alayan Johnson, a 22-year-old Christian auto-rickshaw driver in Punjab, Pakistan, was shot by police after being mistaken for a suspect. Now, police are reportedly pressuring him to call off an investigation into the shooting.
Christians have been among the more than 6,000 Iranians arbitrarily arrested and in some cases subjected to enforced disappearances since the start of the war, according to a new report by Amnesty International.
Clashes continue as diplomacy between Washington and Tehran shows little progress.
Three leaders of Maizhong Reformed Church — Pastor Zhang Sen, Pastor Chang Shun, and Elder Ma Tao — have been reportedly denied access to God’s Word while in prison in China. The three men were arrested in June 2025 when the church was raided.
China is sending doctors, medical teams and emergency supplies to help combat a growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, joining an international effort to contain the disease before it spreads further.
A British couple jailed on spying charges in Iran have lost an appeal against their convictions, their family has said.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) said they struck a cargo ship owned by the “American-Zionist enemy” with a cruise missile after an Iranian freighter was attacked in the Sea of Oman.
Al-Quneitra province: Israeli forces raided several houses in Ain Ziwan town in the southern countryside of, before they withdrew. However, no arrests have been reported. Meanwhile, SOHR activists have reported that Israeli military vehicles advanced into the area of Al-Dar’iy…
In less than a week, Hama has witnessed a noticeable escalation in sectarian attacks, in light of the ongoing security tensions and the absence of effective rule of law and accountability mechanisms in areas with diverse communal fabrics across Syria.