The most common form of Christian discrimination in Europe
Exclusion from public discourse is even more widespread than church vandalism.
Over 2,400 anti-Christian hate crimes reported in Europe in 2024
Among these incidents were 232 personal attacks on Christians, including harassment, threats, and physical violence.
A church and a chapel vandalised in Italy
The parish has lodged a formal complaint with the local police against unknown perpetrators.
EU member states can continue to prohibit assissted suicide, says the ECHR
However, the ECHR acknowledged that its position might evolve,
The silent struggle: discrimination against Christians across Europe
Social discrimination against Christians is a reality in many European societies.
Conversion to Christianity is grounds for asylum
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) decided on the case of an Iranian convert living in Austria.
European Christians still subjected to discrimination
This discrimination, whether overt or subtle, poses significant challenges to individuals and communities practicing their faith.
Vandalism and theft were discovered in an Italian sanctuary
The Sanctuary of the Angels Church has repeatedly been a target of vandalism.
More acts of anti-Christian vandalism were recorded during the Christmas period
Nativity scenes were targeted by vandals across Western Europe.
The OIDAC Europe report for 2022/2023 has been published
In 2022, OIDAC Europe documented 748 anti-Christian hate crimes in 30 different countries.