As it happened in 2022 and 2023, those who invoked “respect for their beliefs” are stigmatized and threatened. But the case is less simple than it may seem.
Religious Liberty
USCIRF Condemns Religious Freedom Violations in Eritrea
While some of those incarcerated because of their faith were released in 2023, many others remain in jail.
UK and the David Campanale Case: Liberal Democrats vs. Christianity?
The famous journalist is being replaced as Liberal Democrat Party’s MP candidate because he is “too Christian.”
Torino, Church of Almighty God Refugees in Italy Speak at a Religious Liberty Event
A musical performance and a speech presented a situation that is still extremely difficult and needs the support of friends of religious liberty.
Turin Global Spirituality Award to Dr. Radebe Honors African Indigenous Spirituality
The founder of The Revelation Spiritual Home received the prestigious award. His disciples amazed the Italian audience with their performances.
Media: Friends or Foes of Religious Freedom—and the Tai Ji Men Case
The use by prosecutors and media of labels such as “cult,” “religious fraud,” and “brainwashing” created serious problems for several spiritual groups, including Tai Ji Men.
Separating Tai Ji Men Facts From False Opinions
The proper role of media is to report incidents as they are and furnish a handbook of criteria to situate them in space and time. All the rest is useless and dangerous.
Repression of Falun Gong Continues Among Ethnic Korean Minority in Liaoning
Jiang Zhihui, a woman with a long history of persecution, has been sentenced to three and a half years in prison.
Freedom of the Press as an Element of Freedom of Belief
History teaches us that the media can either be allies in the fight for rights or pose a grave danger to religious freedom. It depends on whether they are truly free from pressures, individual interests, and manipulation.
Inter-American Rights Commission Condemns Nicaragua’s Treatment of Jailed Protestant Leaders
Puerta de la Montaña pastors and co-workers were falsely accused of money laundering and sentenced to heavy jail penalties.