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He's Starting Over
After Masereka Paul Karimu’s parents learned he had left Islam to follow Jesus, they chased him out of their house in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Forced to survive on his own, he struggled until ICC helped him start his own business and begin a new life.
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Fulani Militias Kill 24 Christians in Governor Mutfwang’s County
August 18, 2026 Nigeria — At least 24 Christians were killed in an overnight attack on Bin Mper community in Kombun District of Mangu County, Plateau state, the county of Governor Caleb Mutfwang, according to...
Church in India Opposes Singing of Controversial National Song
August 18, 2026 India — On Aug. 13, the Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) said it opposed directives requiring the singing or playing of the Hindu-nationalist song “Vande Mataram” at official events in India. The...
A Sacred Calling: The Historic Parliamentary Candidacy of an Evangelical Pastor in the Bangsamoro
August 18, 2026 Philippines — The quest for sustainable peace in Mindanao has reached a pivotal point as the region moves toward full parliamentary governance. Entering this political sphere ahead of the historic first parliamentary...
Korean Missionary Faces 17-Year Imprisonment in Russia
August 17, 2026 North Korea, Russia — The trial of Korean missionary Park Tae-Yeon, 69, resumed recently in Russia. Missionary Park was arrested in January 2026, one week before she was due to return to South Korea...
India Delays Problematic FCRA Amendment Bill
August 17, 2026 India — India’s Parliament has temporarily delayed action on a proposed amendment to the country’s foreign-funding law that could significantly affect Christian ministries and other organizations receiving foreign contributions. India’s Lok Sabha...
Kidnapped U.S. Missionary Pilot Freed in Niger
August 17, 2026 Niger — Kevin Rideout, an American missionary pilot based in Niamey, Niger, was recently released after spending nine months in captivity. Three armed men kidnapped Rideout from outside his home on Oct....
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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