PAKISTAN: Aid distributed to Christians in Jaranwala
The rations are meant to last families two to three weeks, depending on family size
The rations are meant to last families two to three weeks, depending on family size
Rev Eleazar Sidhu, a Presbyterian minister, was shot and wounded by Muslim extremists
21 church buildings and over 100 homes now known to have been damaged or destroyed
Five church buildings and scores of houses attacked in the Christian community of Jaranwala
Church in Chains delegation included speakers from India, Iran and Nigeria
Pakistan’s government has conceded to demands from Islamist opposition party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan and signed an agreement that allows blasphemy cases to be tried under anti-terrorism laws
Ambassador acknowledges “We need to do better”
Twelve members of the Oireachtas signed the petition
The Global Guide was formally launched by Rev Trevor Sargent (Church of Ireland minister and former Green Party leader).
Increased penalties for for insulting the Prophet Mohammed’s companions, wives and family members