Christians beaten, held hostage and Bibles set on fire in brutal attack by Hindu extremists
A Hindu extremist mob in northern India assaulted two Christian couples and an attorney for several hours, accusing them of forced conversion, sources said
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Christians mark Christmas amid rising attacks across India
Christians across India marked Christmas under heightened tension as Hindu nationalist groups targeted prayer services, carol singing and public festivities Attacks and intimidation were reported
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Indian state passes hate crime law church leaders hope will better protect to Christians, minorities
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Pope Leo urged to push for release of Armenian political prisoners in Azerbaijan
A group of Catholic and Armenian Apostolic leaders is urging Pope Leo XIV to appeal for the release of at least 23 Artsakh-Armenian prisoners held in Azerbaijan, citing their deteriorating condition
Christian Couples, Attorney Assaulted in India - Morningstar News
A Hindu extremist mob in northern India last month assaulted two Christian couples and an attorney for several hours, accusing them of forced conversion, sources said.
