The Voice of the suffering in Middle East
Here you’ll find the latest updates on the struggles and resilience of persecuted communities around the world. These stories highlight both the challenges they endure and the faith that sustains them. Stay connected to learn how hope continues to shine through suffering.
Pope to visit Al-Tahira Church on Iraq’s Nineveh Plains: ‘It is part of our history’
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"In 2014 ISIS conquered the city and we fled to Kurdistan. After three years the city was liberated, and we returned. I remember very well how damaged the church was. It was completely burned."
Syria: ‘please don’t forget us’
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The world has begun to forget about Syria and that’s painful.”
In Egypt, Christmas season saw violent attacks on Christians
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“I fear for him getting sick or catching the coronavirus, as he suffers from dyspnea and does not have suitable clothes for winter, wearing only light prison clothes,”
Lebanon: Church will not abandon refugees and the needy
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Since 2019, the aid supplied by ACN for various projects in support of the refugees in Zahle has come to a total of $4.4M. A considerable part of this aid includes paying rent and providing some accommodation for people like the Rief family.
On Iraq’s Nineveh Plains, hopes run high for papal visit
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"There are many problems weighing on us. But when the Pope comes to visit us, he will give us new hope and confidence and some relief from this burden."
In Lebanon, ‘hope is our daily bread’
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"Despite everything, we look towards the future with hope, because we know that our Lord Jesus Christ is the Master of history, and that in His hands lie all our history and life."
