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The police have uncovered a plot to incite violence in Mathura during Eid, linked to the death of a religious figure known as 'Farsa Baba'.

A former president of a spiritual center in Brazil has been arrested after being convicted of sexual abuse against his followers.

A 29-year-old woman in Chennai suffered severe facial injuries after her estranged husband threw acid cleaner on her, following their tumultuous relationship.

Recent suicide bombings in Maiduguri, Nigeria, have resulted in multiple casualties, raising concerns about a resurgence of Boko Haram violence in the region.

A synagogue in Michigan was attacked, raising concerns about targeted violence against religious communities in the U.S.

A 23-year-old woman in Lucknow has accused a man of sexual exploitation under the guise of marriage and pressuring her to change her religion after their wedding.

The Lagos State Government has initiated an online pre-marital counselling course aimed at equipping religious leaders with tools to help couples build healthier marriages.

Miss India Earth 2019 winner Sayli Surve talks about the years of pain and abuse in her marriage, revealing the pressures and regrets surrounding her relationship.

At least ten residents of a Christian village in Nigeria, including two parishioners of the Russian Orthodox Church, were killed in an attack by Islamic militants.

The article discusses the root causes of the escalating violence in Nigeria, attributing it to deep structural issues rather than just religious conflicts.

A religious leader has controversially permitted violence against women for disobedience, highlighting ongoing global issues of gender-based violence, as recognized by the UN.

The leading suspect in the murder of Ashur Sarnaya, an Iraqi Christian in Lyon, has been arrested in Italy and is considered to have very radical views on religious issues.

In Kanpur, India, a young woman alleges that her boyfriend subjected her to pressure for religious conversion and physical abuse after she became pregnant.

A violent clash occurred among three youths in Khatushyamji, Rajasthan, during the last day of a religious fair.

An 82-year-old nun, Nadia Gavanski, was found dead in her convent in Paraná, Brazil, after encountering an intruder who attacked her.

An 80-year-old man in Bahia was murdered and buried after suspects believed he practiced religious activities against a family member, leading to four arrests and one suspect's death in a police confrontation.

Attacks on St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Cross River, Nigeria, resulted in the destruction of church records and vehicles by suspected arsonists.

The U.S. Congress labels Nigeria as the deadliest place for Christians and calls for urgent policy measures to address insecurity and religious violence.

The U.S. Congress has submitted a detailed report to President Trump concerning Nigeria's security issues, highlighting persecution of Christians and extremist violence.

The U.S. Congress has submitted a report detailing the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and recommending sanctions to address the situation.

A controversy surrounding the first bathing ritual of Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand escalated into violence against disciples and questions about the title, leading to political drama and serious allegations of sexual exploitation.

A 25-year-old Hindu woman was gang-raped in Bangladesh's Bhola district while participating in a religious event, highlighting the ongoing violence against the minority Hindu community even after the formation of the new government under Tarique Rahman.

A video of a violent incident involving Muslim elders in Rudayan, Badayun, has gone viral after a dispute over a scooter escalated to physical assault.

Three herders were killed by gunmen in Plateau State, Nigeria, during an ambush after attending a community religious meeting.

A violent altercation erupted between two groups in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, during simultaneous religious observances at a local temple and mosque.

Violence against churches in America has surged over the past 25 years, with nearly 380 incidents resulting in significant casualties.

Kenyan bishops are demanding an investigation into the use of tear gas against worshippers during a church service, condemning the violence as a violation of constitutional rights.

The article questions whether the narrative of 'Christian genocide' truly reflects Nigeria's complex security crisis, highlighting multiple factors beyond just religious violence.

Two Muslim women were assaulted in a mall in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, by a man who attempted to tear off their hijabs, leading to his arrest for bodily harm and racism.

American lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at imposing sanctions on Nigerian politician Rabiu Kwankwaso due to alleged religious freedom violations.

The article discusses the lingering impact of communal violence in Bangladesh, particularly focusing on the 2025 murder of Hindu youth Dipu Das and the government's inadequate responses to minority protection.

The article discusses how deep-seated racism and Christian white nationalism are contributing to violence and a troubling political-religious landscape in the United States.

A suicide bombing at a mosque in Islamabad resulted in at least 31 deaths and several injuries.

Two sadhus were brutally beaten in Bhind, raising concerns over the safety of religious figures in the area.

Religious leaders and UNICEF in Kenya have expressed concerns about inadequate funding for child protection services, highlighting the negative impact on efforts to prevent violence and exploitation of children.

After two weeks of investigation, a report by the Civil Police of Minas Gerais confirmed that an 11-year-old girl was sexually assaulted during a religious event in Pedreiras, near Rio Paranaíba.

A 45-year-old woman was arrested for physically assaulting her neighbor with a piece of wood while making racist and religiously intolerant remarks in Americana, Brazil.

Witnesses warned the US Congress that Nigeria is at risk of widespread Christian–Muslim violence, highlighting severe issues related to religious freedom and insecurity.

Two young individuals were fatally shot in the Nueva Prosperina district of northwest Guayaquil while attending a religious center, with incidents occurring within two hours on the evening of February 2nd.

Bishop Matthew Kukah highlights the alarming frequency of daily killings in Nigeria, calling the situation unprecedented globally and indicating a deep division in the country along religious lines.

The article discusses the EU's inconsistent stance on religious freedoms, highlighting its focus on protecting Islamic communities while neglecting the plight of Christians facing violence worldwide.

Christians in Aleppo express their despair as they are caught in the crossfire of rockets and grenades amid ongoing violence, reflecting a global struggle for religious freedom detailed in the annual report by Open Doors.

Protests in Iran have escalated into open resistance against the country's religious and political leadership amid sharp international criticism of the Iranian authorities' actions.

A recent report reveals that over 400 million Christians live in countries with severe religious freedom violations, with 220 million directly exposed to persecution in sub-Saharan Africa, where jihadist violence has resulted in thousands of deaths and millions of displaced Christians.