Although Catholics who refuse to join the Patriotic Church bear the brunt of persecution, state-run venues are also increasingly abused.
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Buddhist Temples Demolished Across Hebei Province
Throughout the northern province of Hebei, local authorities continue crackdowns on Buddhist venues, not even sparing protected cultural heritage.
Bishop Jia Zhiguo Under House Arrest Again
The popular bishop was taken away by authorities on August 10. He has been harassed for months to close an orphanage for disabled children he runs for 30 years.
Numerous Folk Religion Temples Destroyed in Henan and Hebei
China’s folk religion venues, an integral part of rural life for generations, suffer severe crackdowns, as the communist regime aims to eradicate all religions.
Hundreds of Policemen Sent to Demolish Buddhist Temples
The Chinese government continues stepping up efforts to suppress religions by demolishing places of worship.
Church-Run Orphanages Shut After Bans on Religious Charities
With restrictions imposed by the new law on religion in China, many private orphanages across the country were closed, depriving children of love and care.
Medical Staff Forced to Join in CCP’s Coronavirus Lies
While sacrificing their lives to treat the victims of the deadly virus, China’s doctors and nurses were pressed to play along with the government’s propaganda.
Children Pressured to Betray Religious Relatives and Neighbors
Using propaganda and monetary rewards, police and teachers join forces to make schoolchildren report on people of faith.
No Expense Spared for Citizen Spies Grassing on Believers
To disseminate fear among people of faith, measures promoting snitching and offering considerable amounts of money for informers are expanded throughout China.
Threatened to Be Fired, Officials Pledge to Demolish Temples
On central government orders, local authorities throughout China are cracking down on Buddhist places of worship. As a result, many are razed to the ground.
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