An ancient gesture becomes a powerful signal that freedom of religion and human rights are in danger in South Korea.
From the World
The Lion That Roared Before Lithuania Was Christian
The Žygaičiai Lion is the enigmatic centerpiece of the Lithuanian art exhibition at Kaunas’ Čiurlionis Museum
IMboni Samuel Radebe’s Visit to Mother Han: A Journey of Spirit, Sacrifice, and Solidarity
The leader of The Revelation Spiritual Home traveled to Korea to meet with the detained leader of the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification.
Revisiting a Forgotten Alliance: Kim Dae Jung, the Moons, and Korea’s Democratic Journey
Kim was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for promoting democracy and human rights. He had a friendly relationship with Reverend and Mrs. Moon. His legacy should not be betrayed.
USCIRF’s 2025 Sahel Report: Religious Freedom Under Siege
Burkina Faso, Cameroon, and Chad continue to witness deadly violence by non-state actors and insufficient protection of religion by the governments.
A Flicker of Light in the Shadows: Mother Han’s Temporary Release—But Justice Is Still Far Away
She is now allowed a few days of medical care. She should be freed, unconditionally.
Trafficking Case Against Hindu Group Dismissed: Victory for Religious Liberty
The accusations against BAPS collapsed, exposing how minority religions are too often miscast as criminal. When devotion is mistaken for coercion, freedom of religion is put at risk.
Pakistan Bans Tehreek-e-Labbaik: Just a Symbolic Blow to Anti-Minority Extremism?
The violent, extremist organization has repeatedly demonstrated that it can overcome bans and reorganize with new shapes and names, as long as the broader problems remain unaddressed.
In Their Shoes: A Soleful Resistance at Kaunas’ Ninth Fort
A unique exhibition tells the story of Lithuanian anti-Soviet partisans through their boots and shoes.
Free Mother Han! A Night of Prayer and Conviction Outside the Prison Walls
Hundreds of believers and friends gather every night in front of the jail in Seoul where the Family Federation leader is imprisoned. We went to meet them.