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Israel · IsraelThere has been a notable increase in arrests and hate speech against Christians since the conflict with Israel, Article18 can reveal. More Christians have been arrested in the month since the ceasefire was announced than in the six months prior, with at least 54 documented arrests since 23 June, compared to 40 between 1 January…Read Article
Increase in arrests and hate speech against Christians since war with Israel

United Nations · TehranAt least 21 Christians have been arrested in five different cities in the two weeks since the US brokered ceasefire (22 June) brought an end to the air war between Iran and Israel, Christian advocacy organization Article18 reveals based on reports. The arrests in the cities of Tehran, Rasht, Urmia, Kermanshah and Varamin were executed by order of the Ministry of Intelligence. The exact charges cannot yet be made public, although some appear to …See the Story