NEWS | Family Members Disappear as Kidnappings Continue to Plague Egypt’s Christian Community

November 16, 2016
November 16, 2016
ICC News

Over the summer, International Christian Concern (ICC) published a series of stories covering the persistent and devastating string of kidnappings plaguing the Christian communities of Egypt. Historically, kidnapping has been a choice form of torment used by extremists to intimidate and control the Christian populations in especially rural areas. Learn more: http://ow.ly/Ltzc306cmfh

History of Violence

The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) is a terrorist organization that emerged in 2016 after splitting from Boko Haram. It is affiliated with ISIS and operates primarily in Nigeria and the surrounding region, targeting both civilians and military forces.

ISWAP has been responsible for numerous attacks, including assaults on Christian communities, kidnappings, and executions, as part of its broader jihadist agenda.

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Persecution

These violent actions contribute to ongoing instability in northern Nigeria, where religious and ethnic tensions remain high.

The international community, including the United Nations and several governments, has condemned ISWAP’s attacks, recognizing them as acts of terrorism.

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