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Bangladesh: Muslims Threaten Pastor for Evangelizing

Previously beaten in a mosque, evangelist has faced opposition for more than a year.
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Malaysia Bans Malay Section of Catholic Newspaper

Restriction in place pending outcome of court case over use of word ‘Allah.’
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Bangladesh: Buddhists Drive Christian from Home

In same district, Muslim land-grabbers murder defender of tribal villagers.
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Pakistan: Policeman Tortures, Paralyzes Christian

Disabled Christian waits in 9-year legal limbo, sent to prison for ‘kidnapping.’
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Egyptian Muslim Refuses to Give Child to Christian Mother

Court grants custody of 3-year-old to woman, but police refuse to enforce order.
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