European UnionMap reflects the 30 most recent Persecution Reports. Click HERE for the Map Legend.UK Violates Religious Freedom, European Court to Look into Cases of Anti-Christian DiscriminationsFriday, August 31st, 2012The is a growing concern about discrimination against Christians in Britain. Some Christians are taking Britain to the European Court of Human Rights due to violations of their religious freedom. We urge Britain to respect religious freedom of Christians. Bull’s-Eye Placed On European ChristiansThursday, March 29th, 2012Report counts more attacks than people of any other faith
Report Documents Discrimination Against European ChristiansTuesday, March 20th, 2012“The form of intolerance or even discrimination in Europe is a more subtle one. It is a growing phenomenon, but it’s, in many places, still very smooth in the sense that its not a dramatic situation. But we see that it is much easier to face such a problem at the beginning than later on when its developed and nobody cares about the Christian attitudes.” Christians Contemplate Their Future In Secular EuropeMonday, November 28th, 2011Former Dutch defence minister Eimert van Middelkoop said there was an "anti-Christian mood" in EU institutions Saudi Arabia’s Export Of Radical Islam Alarms Gov’t LeadersWednesday, October 5th, 2011"Two weeks ago, I met the Ethiopian Prime Minister, Meles Zenawi, who complained bitterly about Saudi money being used to build Wahhabi inspired madrassahs in his country which were radicalising Ethiopia's Muslim minority that have traditionally co-existed peacefully for centuries with the Christian majority." 105,000 Christians Martryed Yearly, Says European OfficialTuesday, June 7th, 2011"Every five mintues, a Christian is killed for his faith," says a European official. This brings the total number of martyred Christians to 105,000 per year. Despite this fact, the world doesn't pay attention to the plight of the persecuted Christians. European Court Tells U.K. Government to Clarify Rights of ChristiansMonday, June 6th, 2011“There seems to be a disproportionate animosity towards the Christian faith and the workings of the courts in the U.K. has led to deep injustice.” Religious Liberty Advocate Faces Opposition at EU Meeting for Speaking on Behalf of Persecuted ChristiansWednesday, May 18th, 2011Dr. Gudrun Kugler was heckled at an EU meeting for speaking for the right of Christians to expresses their views. Dr. Kugler has documented several instances of persecution, including arrest, of Chrisitians in Europe. Angelican Bishop Blasts West’s Reticence on Christian PersecutionMonday, May 9th, 2011Widespread persecution of Christians is going on in many Islamic countries. Unfortunately, Western countries have failed to effectively pressue Muslim countries on the issue of persecution of Christians. Europe Stuttering Timidity in Denouncing the Persecution of ChristiansMonday, February 28th, 2011Persecution of Christians is rising around the world but political correctness is keeping Western countries from defending the persecuted Christians. EU denounces attacks against ChristiansWednesday, February 23rd, 2011“The European Union denounced attacks against Christians and Muslims on Monday, having previously failed to agree a statement that included Christianity among persecuted religious faiths,” Reuters reports. Churchgoes in Europe Face ‘bloodless persecution’Tuesday, February 1st, 2011“There are signs that hostility towards free and open demonstrations of faith is growing.” EU Ministers in Discord on ‘Christianity’ and PersecutionTuesday, February 1st, 2011A declaration condemning the persecution of religious groups failed to be adopted after some European ministers opposed the inclusion of the word "Christians" in the declaration. EU Ups Efforts to Protect Christians WorldwideSaturday, January 22nd, 2011"EU development aid and trade relations should take into account the respect for human rights and freedom of religion in the countries concerned. The EU needs to put the spotlight on violations of human rights and the persecution of Christians, and make sure that payments to third countries as well as diplomatic agreements are dependent on improvements in these areas." Germany, Italy Issue Joint Appeal for Religious FreedomSunday, January 16th, 2011"While respecting the sovereignty of national states, we believe that the European Union should constructively engage the governments of those countries where incidents of interreligious violence have occured in order to ensure that the logic of dialogue and peace prevails over disrespect and all kinds of violence." Iraqi attacks on Christians condemned by US, EUThursday, January 13th, 2011“The United States government condemned the violence against Christians and urged the Iraqi government to increase efforts to protect Christians and their churches from terrorist attacks,” reports the Examiner. Four EU Nations Urge European Action Against Anti-Christian ViolenceMonday, January 10th, 2011Europe Ups Security for Copts Amid Online ThreatsThursday, January 6th, 2011The persecution of Christians is reaching an alarming level. Coptic Christians are being targeted for attacks in Europe and Canada. Islamic radicals have threatned to carry out attacks against Coptic Christians in the West. Video: Mall Blocks Christmas Song To Avoid ‘Religious Bias’Friday, December 24th, 2010“We should actively celebrate the Christian basis of Christmas, and not allow politically correct Grinches to marginalize Christianity and the importance of the birth of Christ.” Report Reveals Increasing Marginalization of Christians In EuropeTuesday, December 21st, 2010The report indicates that European Christians face marginalization due to hate speech legislation, negative stereotyping by the media, political correctness and other similar reasons. Pope Decries Growing ‘Christianophobia’ In EuropeSaturday, December 18th, 2010“I also express my hope that in the West, and especially in Europe, there will be an end to hostility and prejudice against Christians because they are resolved to orient their lives in a way consistent with the values and principles expressed in the Gospel,” The Islamization of Europe is Happening NowTuesday, November 23rd, 2010Muslims have been conducting a prolonged campaign against Christian values which has now entered its third phase Religious Freedom: European Parliament Takes Action to Prompte Religious FreedomSunday, October 10th, 2010"75% of deaths linked to religion-based hate crimes affect people of the Christian faith, which makes Christians the most persecuted religious group in the world. Europe cannot remain indifferent. The EU must take co-responsibility for protecting religious freedom all over the world. Today, the mass suffering of Christians is still a crime that remains forgotten. We are here to remind the politicians of their responsibilities in this matter." Report: Islamic Numbers, Influence SurgingThursday, October 7th, 2010'Situation really bad for Christians where Muslims are now in the majority in Europe' Islam’s Presence in Balkans GrowsWednesday, October 6th, 2010Radical form of Islam known as Wahhabism is rapidly expanding in Europe. Wahhabism encourages violence against Christians, Jews and others. European Conference on Persecution of ChristiansMonday, October 4th, 2010“Europe cannot remain passive. The European Union must take the co-responsibility for the protection of religious freedom in the world.” Bishops Urge EU to Combat Anti-Christian PersecutionFriday, October 1st, 2010“Each year 170,000 Christians suffer because of their beliefs. The total number of faithful who are discriminated amounts already 100 million. This makes Christians the most persecuted religious group.” Ministry Leader: The Islamization of the West Presents Christians With New ChallengesWednesday, July 21st, 2010"Muslims around the globe are regaining their confidence and promoting a resurgence of Islam. Their aim is to establish Muslim control in politics, economics and culture in every country. In this process the Islamic world is growing more assertive and intolerant towards the West. This resurgence of Islam and the increasing power of Islamism (political Islam) strongly impact Muslim communities in the West. In response, the West is gradually changing its structures, laws and customs to suit its Muslim communities." Church Leader Calls for Religious Tolerance Ahead of Italy Crucifix HearingWednesday, June 23rd, 2010“The precious religious heritage of many people and nations across Europe as well as the values of authentic tolerance and freedom of belief that are propounded in democratic societies are under threat,” European Union Moves to Defend Persecuted Christians?Thursday, February 25th, 2010We welcome the move by the European Union to protect the persecuted Christians throughout the world. |
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