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Ukrainian Parliament moves to bar Russian-linked church from operating in the country
Draft law 8371, which requires another vote before moving to the president's desk, would give Ukrainian authorities power to examine the connection of religious groups in Ukraine to the Russian Federation and to ban those whose leadership is outside of Ukraine.

Christians ready to take legal action if conversion therapy bill tramples on religious freedom
The Christian Institute has repeated its call to the government to ensure that a ban on so-called conversion therapy does not interfere with everyday religious practice.

White House says Israel 'not responsible' for attack on Christian-run hospital in Gaza
The state of Israel is "not responsible" for a deadly explosion at an Anglican hospital in Gaza that Palestinians say killed 471 people, U.S. officials said Wednesday.

Teacher who made offensive comments about Jesus is banned for 2 years
A teacher at a Scottish school has been banned from the classroom for two years after making offensive comments, including that "Jesus was gay".

Nuns choose to stay in Gaza with those who cannot flee
A group of nuns have chosen to remain in northern Gaza and continue helping vulnerable people in their community despite an evacuation order.

Welby decries 'appalling and devastating' loss of life at Anglican-run Gaza hospital
The Archbishop of Canterbury has renewed calls for the protection of civilians in Gaza after an explosion at an Anglican-run hospital left hundreds dead.

Dozens of Christian and Jewish leaders urge Biden to take 'stronger action on behalf of Israel'
Over 50 Christian and Jewish leaders have urged US President Joe Biden to show "unlimited and unqualified support for Israel" as he visits the country on Wednesday.

Liberty U threatened with $37.5M fine, president says
Liberty University President Dondi E. Costin says the private Evangelical institution has been threatened with an "unprecedented" $37.5 million fine by the U.S. Department of Education

Jerusalem church leader offers himself in exchange for Israeli hostages
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem has offered himself in exchange for the release of Israeli hostages being held in Gaza.

Hundreds feared dead in huge blast at Christian hospital in Gaza
At least 500 people are feared to have been killed in a huge explosion at a Christian hospital in Gaza that both Israel and Hamas have denied responsibility for.

Extreme poverty can be eradicated, says Christian charity
A Christian charity is urging people not to give up hope that extreme poverty can one day be a thing of the past.

Christian preacher facing prison over Bible sign near abortion clinic
A Christian preacher who held a sign with a Bible verse on it inside an abortion clinic 'buffer zone' could be sent to prison.

A pastor's unwavering faith amidst persecution in Uttar Pradesh
"The most they can do is put us in jail, what else can they do?"

Archbishop joins faith leaders in condemning rise in antisemitic incidents amid Israel-Hamas war
UK faith leaders, including the Archbishop of Canterbury, have made a joint appeal for unity among Britain's faith communities amid the Israel-Gaza conflict.

Max Lucado on how Christians should respond to global conflict
Pastor and bestselling author Max Lucado says global conflict is a "signal of the coming end of this age".

Hospitals in Gaza are 'facing catastrophe', says Archbishop
The Archbishop of Canterbury has called on Israel to reverse an order for Gaza hospitals to be evacuated.