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Body exhumed due to burial on Christians’ land in India Missing Christian girl in Nigeria held by Islamic police, sources say World Watch List 2026: Syria again among 10 worst countries for Christians Fulani herdsmen kill 13 Christians in central Nigeria Fulani herdsmen kill 10 Christians in eastern Nigeria Half of world’s people face some level of religious persecution, report says Christian refugee from Sudan, 18, expelled for her faith
The Ugandan Electoral Commission Chairman, Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon (C) among with other Electoral Commission officials anounces the result of the 2026 elections at the Tally Centre on January 16, 2026 in Lubowa, Uganda.

Uganda's Museveni wins seventh term amid election concerns as church leaders call for calm

Africa Society & Culture

President Yoweri Museveni secured a seventh term in office following Uganda's general election on Jan. 15, a vote marred by intimidation, military involvement and an internet shutdown that was only lifted after results were announced. The incumbent, who has ruled Uganda since 1986, secured 71.65% of the vote, according to official figures, but turnout hit a decades-low, raising questions about public confidence in the electoral process.

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TEHRAN, IRAN - JANUARY 8: People gather during protest on Jan. 8, 2026 in Tehran, Iran. Demonstrations have been ongoing since December, triggered by soaring inflation and the collapse of the rial, and have expanded into broader demands for political chan

‘We are in the dark’: Iranian Christians abroad describe fear and isolation as unrest deepens

Middle East Society & Culture Religious Freedom

As protests intensify across Iran amid economic collapse and mounting political unrest, Christians inside the country are facing heightened fear, isolation and uncertainty, according to testimonies shared with Christian Daily International by a ministry that works with Iranian Christian refugees. The individuals spoke anonymously because of security concerns, citing widespread internet shutdowns, reported killings and arrests, and growing anxiety about the vulnerability of religious minorities.

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