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She escaped slavery
Two years ago, 18-year-old Deborah took her courageous first steps toward leaving the strict Islam she had been raised in. Inspired by the messages of love, forgiveness, and salvation shared by her Christian friends in Kogi state, Nigeria, Deborah eventually made the dangerous decision to follow Jesus.
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Fulani Christians Deny Link to Miyetti Allah as Plateau State Violence Rages
March 13, 2026 Nigeria — Fulani Christians in Nigeria say they are not members of Miyetti Allah, a Fulani socio-political organization that civil society groups, lawmakers, and its victims have accused of being involved in terrorism and the persecution of...
Why Some Iranians Dance During War
March 12, 2026 Iran — By Dr. Nathan Rostampour, Ekklesia Mission president and ICC board member Many of my friends have asked me, “Why are some Iranians dancing while war is unfolding in their country?”...
Economic Persecution: Displacement (Part 4 of 5)
March 12, 2026 DRC, Iraq, Nigeria, Syria — By Lisa Navarrette, ICC Fellow Persecution doesn’t end when a family flees. Often, displacement is not the conclusion of suffering. It is often the beginning of a deeper economic unraveling....
Kurdish Commander Appointed to New Role as Syria’s Deputy Minister of Defense
March 11, 2026 Syria — Leaders in Damascus have appointed outspoken Kurdish commander Sipan Hemo to serve as the new Deputy Minister of Defense, a position that will reportedly focus mainly on eastern Syria. The news comes amid growing efforts by...
Economic Persecution: Hostility and Informal Enforcement (Part 3 of 5)
March 11, 2026 Egypt, India, Nigeria, Pakistan — By Lisa Navarrette, ICC Fellow Laws and court systems create the framework for economic persecution. Social hostility often carries it out. Even when laws appear neutral, communities can make it clear...
Christians in Nepal Cautiously Hopeful as New Government Set to Form
March 11, 2026 Nepal — Christians in Nepal are anxious as they look at the results of the March 5 elections. Yet, many remain hopeful that the new government will value religious freedom and provide...
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Celebrating 30 Years of Serving the Persecuted
International Christian Concern (ICC) serves and equips persecuted Christians in places where it is dangerous to follow Jesus. Since 1995, we have provided critical aid, influenced religious freedom policy, and connected persecuted believers to the global Christian community. Our mission is simple: We ease the suffering of Christians in hostile places and aid, support, and empower them as they boldly live out their faith.
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“WHO SHALL SEPARATE US FROM THE LOVE OF CHRIST? SHALL TROUBLE, HARDSHIP, PERSECUTION, FAMINE, DANGER OR SWORD?”
ROMANS 8:35