Catholics, Evangelicals, and famous comedians all claim that the draft “Hate Crime and Public Order Bill” threatens free speech and religious liberty.
From the World
Kazakhstan: Human Rights Activist Baibolat Kunbolat Arrested
His brother is in jail in China for affirming his Kazakh identity. He believed he was free to protest in Almaty. He learned he was not.
Catholic Girl Forcibly Converted in Pakistan Seeks Asylum in the UK
Vatican-connected Aid to Church in Need collected 12,000 signatures to support the refugee.
Jehovah’s Witnesses Disfellowshipping Practices on Trial in Belgium
The Court of Ghent should rule on whether policies towards “apostate” ex-members are discriminatory and incite to hatred. We believe they don’t.
Hindu and Sikh Holy Places Neglected and Desecrated in Pakistan
The government vowed to protect them. It did not happen, an official report says.
Chairman Lee and the Hwaseong Stadium Incident: Flogging a Dead Horse
While found not guilty of having obstructed the COVID-19 prevention efforts, Shincheonji’s leader was sentenced (wrongly, in our opinion) for other charges.
UK Genocide Amendment: It Ain’t Over Til It’s Over
The UK government’s slight of hand, won the day by 318 votes to 303, but the ping pong continues as the amendment returns to the Lords in its pure form.
Alabama Sued for Excluding Imams from Execution Chambers
Those sentenced to death may be assisted in their last moments by a Christian chaplain only, even if they belong to another religion. Muslims protest.
French Anti-Extremism Law: Rebelle(s) Interview with Massimo Introvigne
While the French Parliament continues its discussion of the draft bill, on February 6 the magazine interviewed Bitter Winter’s editor-in-chief.
Kazakhstan: Criminal Case Against Serikzhan Bilash Dropped
The human rights activist announces he will remain in exile until a second prosecution will also be terminated.