Saudi Christian faces two trials and death threats
International Christian Concern (ICC) reports that a Muslim Background Believer (MBB) in Saudi Arabia faces two hearings this month for separate cases, one for attempting to convert Muslims and one for financial wrongdoing.
In 2020, he shared with some close confidants about his conversion to Christianity. The conversation was reported to the authorities, who then brought charges against him for attempting to convert Muslims.
Several years before, he helped his sister and her children flee the country. She faced abuse from her family and husband when they discovered that she had converted to Christianity. Because he helped his sister escape, the family charged him with financial wrongdoing.
Saudi Arabia ranks 14th on Open Doors 2021 World Watch List. Local Christian Saudis often face even more persecution, particularly from their family. The above-mentioned MBB primarily fears for his wife and son’s safety. Over the years, he has faced several prison sentences and even flogging for his faith.
Source: persecution.org
