Two Vietnamese pastors attacked and shot
The two pastors were attacked on separate occasions in September and December.
Christians killed and a pastor kidnapped by herdsmen
Fulani herdsmen killed multiple Christians and kidnapped a pastor alongside other believers in Nigeria.
Priest kidnapped in south-east Nigeria
The incident occurred after the priest celebrated Mass and was on his way home.
Islamic State kills at least ten people in Mozambique
The Islamist fighters burned down homes and a church and massacred ten civilians in separate attacks.
Another Indian state about to enact anti-conversion law
According to the draft, "forced conversion" could be punished with up to ten years in prison.
Brazilian public buildings can display religious symbols, according to court
The Supreme Court ruling allows religious symbols to be present on public buildings.
Turkey orders deportation of Iranian Christian mother
Sending back the currently pregnant mother to Iran would put her and her family's lives in danger.
Sudanese bishop attacked and seriously injured
A paramilitary organization captured and tortured the bishop, leaving him with serious injuries.
Franciscan college hit by bombing in Aleppo
The building was heavily damaged, but nobody lost their lives in the incident.
Iranian Christians tortured in jail
Three Christian converts were subjected to physical and mental torture during interrogation.