Gulf Church Grows Despite ObstaclesJuly 21, 2018 — ICC Note: The Anglican Archdeacon in the Gulf and Chaplain of Qatar recently gave an interview sharing his thoughts on the future of Christianity in the Gulf. The constant flow...
Bahrain Prepares Ground to Build New ChurchJuly 18, 2018 — ICC Note: In the small Gulf country of Bahrain, where Sharia law reinforces the legal system, some Christians have begun the start of constructing a new church. Proselytizing is not...
Five Year Anniversary of Kidnapped ArchbishopsApril 23, 2018 — ICC Note: Five years ago, two archbishops were kidnapped by militants in an incident which was the first time that senior Christian officials were targeted in Syria’s civil war. The...
Sudan Continues Christian Persecution, US and EU Strengthen Ties Despite ViolationsDecember 2, 2017 — ICC Note Sudan is one of the world’s worst persecutors of Christians. They kill many Christians and destroy their property in Darfur, South Kardofan and Blue Nile regions. They restrict...
Christians demand an end to persecutionJuly 3, 2017 — ICC Note: Christians in the Middle East feel threaten and vulnerable to the persecution they constantly face as a result of their faith. Many Christians become victims of injustice when...
A Christian Orthodox Family Was Sent Back To The Middle East Shortly After Arriving In The USJanuary 30, 2017 — ICC Note: Two Christian families were banned from entering the US under President Trump’s new executive order. The families are Syrian orthodox Christians holding F-4 visas. They were forced to...
Religion an Obstacle to Employment? Malaysia Thinks SoAugust 16, 2016 — ICC NOTE: In a surprising move, Malaysia has decided to bar non-Muslims from seeking employment within Muslim households. Many are hired on as maids, servants, and child care providers as...
Dhaka Government Suspects NGOs of Funding Terrorist GroupsJuly 21, 2016 — ICC Note: The Bangladeshi authorities are now watching 11 charities that they suspect are funding radical Islamic terrorist groups within the country. There has been an increase in the number...
Despite Popular Belief, Slavery is a Reality for Millions in AsiaMay 31, 2016 — ICC NOTE: For many slavery is considered an historical afterthought thanks to the outcome of the American Civil War. At least that is the case for many in the United...
Christian TV Channels Multiplying Throughout Middle EastMarch 17, 2016 — ICC Note: A recent study in Qatar confirmed that religious channels are significantly increasing in the Middle East. While some of the growth is attributed to Islamic channels, the most...
