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Global: Reports published showing the extent of persecution against Christians around the world

Global: Reports published showing the extent of persecution against Christians around the world
 Jeff King | ICC
ET staff writer
ET staff writer
27 January, 2025 1 min read

Two reports have been published showing the shocking extent of persecution against Christian believers around the globe.

The 2025 Global Persecution Index, released by International Christian Concern (ICC), estimates 300 million Christians face persecution for their faith.

Meanwhile, Release International has published its annual report looking at persecution trends, examining how Christians have been treated in the last twelve months and looking to what can be expected in the year ahead.

According to International Christian Concern, believers face threats ranging from harassment and violence to imprisonment and death.

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