 From 10000 to 900 Christians: The Arab SpringThe "Arab Spring" was an apocalypse for Christians in the Middle East. Christian Arab from Nazareth joins 'Zehut' party'Israel is a Jewish state and should remain so. In order for it to be good for all of us, we must agree on this point.' An inside look at Israel's Christian minority170,000 Christians held Israeli citizenship as of 2016. 76% were Christian Arabs and the rest were immigrants, most from the former USSR. Indictment: Ramle man killed daughter over affair with MuslimChristian Arab man allegedly murdered teenage daughter after she declared her intent to convert to Islam. 'Churches may not sell land to Jews or Zionists'Churches which sell land to Jews are 'harming stability' and 'betraying the Palestinian nation,' Christian Arab priest says. 40 percent more Arab teachers in public schoolsOver three years, the number of public Israeli-Arab teachers has jumped from 420 to 588 - though not everyone is applauding the achievement. For Christians, it is a choice between Israel and Islamic StateThose who want to destroy the Jewish State are also signing the death sentence of the last free Christians in the Holy Land. Western silence has condemned Christians to deathNo one has done anything about these cruelly persecuted people in the Middle East. Advocate for IDF Soldiers Receives Death ThreatsLawyer Eyal Paltak, who works for Christian soldiers in Nazareth, is receiving rampant death threats from those opposed to IDF service. The Extinction of Eastern Christianity May Figure Europe’s Own FutureAn interview with Bat Ye'or, a foremost historian of the Middle East. Activist: Prosecute Arab List Head for IncitementAmit Barak of Im Tirzu accuses Ayman Odeh, head of the United Arab List, of inciting Israeli citizens not to serve in the IDF. How Christians are Persecuted in the PAManfred Gerstenfeld interviews Justus Reid Weiner, international human rights lawyer: "...In Gaza, five Christians were kidnapped in July 2012 and forced to convert to Islam." Iraqi Christians Flee after ISIS UltimatumIslamists tell Christian community to convert, pay hefty tax - or die. Sudan Denies Imprisoned Pregnant Woman to be FreedRumors of a sudden reversal false, several officials close to the case say.Sudanese Woman Sentenced to Death to be FreedA Christian Sudanese woman sentenced to hang for apostasy will be "freed within days", according to Sudan's foreign ministry. Pope Francis Calls PA 'State of Palestine''Religious, not political' visit takes decidedly political turn Sunday, after PA accuses Israel of 'judaization' and Pope calls PA a state.Sudan: Death Sentence for Pregnant Woman Not FinalSudanese parliament speaker says the death verdict for woman who converted to Christianity is in the hands of the judiciary.Sudanese Woman Given Death for Being ChristianPregnant Sudanese woman who married a Christian man sentenced to death for refusing to recant her Christian faith. Muslims Stone, Attack Christians at ChurchChristian Arabs in the village of El-Khader savagely attacked by local Muslims as they celebrated a Christian holiday. Church Fires Arab Priest Who Backed IDF ServiceGreek Orthodox church dismisses Father Gabriel Nadaf from his post in Nazareth without bothering to summon him. Liberman Calls for Investigation Against Arab MKForeign Minister says MK Basel Ghattas should be investigation over call on Christian Arabs to refuse to enlist. Jewish Home Buys Balad MK 'A Ticket to Iran'Young leadership of the Jewish Home suggested the anti-draft MK move to a place where he feels more comfortable. IDF to Send Optional Draft Notices to ChristiansIsrael reaches out to Christian Arab recruits by sending optional draft notices - a move with significant political and social potential.Christians Celebrate Good Friday in JerusalemAnnual pilgrimage to the Holy Sephulcre commences along the Via Dolorosa. Christian Suffering Stands in Way of Middle East PeaceThe underlying problem isn’t between Israelis and Palestinian Arabs – It’s between Islamists and everyone else. Syrian Rebel Forces Extorting Christian PopulationDocument surfaces showing Al Qaeda group charging 'protection tax' for Christians stuck in war-torn Raqqa. MK to Pope: Stop Christian Arab IDF RecruitmentMK Basel Ghattas submits plea to Vatican to stem rise in Christian Arab recruitment to IDF before upcoming visit. 'Zoabi Expresses Herself Like a Mob Member Would'Forum for Christian IDF Soldiers files complaint against MK Hanin Zoabi, after threats against their representative in Knesset. Edelstein Nixes Knesset Christmas TreeEdelstein nixes Christian Arab MK’s request for an official Christmas tree in Knesset entrance. IDF, PA Coordinate Christmas MerrimentIDF agrees to relax security so Christians living under PA can celebrate with family in Israel. Report: Iranian Man Jailed for ChristianityAn Iranian Christian has been sent to jail for proselytizing and ‘illegal’ home worship. Egypt's Islamist Rage Targets ChristiansPro-Morsi rioters set fire to Christian youth center, church.Christian Leader: 'We Want to Defend the State'In meeting with PM, Father Gabriel Nadaf reaffirms his commitment to Christian Arab integration into Israeli society. Mainline American Christians Against IsraelManfred Gerstenfeld interviews Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein of the Wiesenthal Center: "They claim to support the underdog against ‘powerful and evil Israel.’" Hamas Bans Co-Ed Schools, Christians ConcernedA new law passed banning co-ed schools in Gaza leaves Christians fearful that their schools are in danger of closure. Sabeel Christian Anti-Zionist Organization Gains PowerInterview with Dexter Van Zile, CAMERA analyst: "Sabeel has succeeded in turning anti-Zionism into a competing religious practice in American mainstream churches and a persistent element in Protestant thought". Christian Arabs, You are NextChristian Arabs are cosying up to the Muslims, but it will do them no good. They, too, are on the Jihad list. This includes a noted Palestinian Arab columnist who has revealed his true colors in an article for Arab media. The Palestinian Grinch Who Stole ChristmasThe lives of Christians in the Arab world are filled with persecution. Israel is a different story. Christians in Israel Well-Off, Statistics ShowChristians in Israel are prosperous and well-educated - but some fear that Muslim intimidation will cause a mass escape to the WestForeign Ministry Probe over 'Jesus' PostIsrael on defensive after embassy in Ireland posted: if Jesus and Mary were alive, they would probably be lynched in Bethlehem. Israel Eases Restrictions for Holiday SeasonIsrael began to ease security restrictions Monday in its annual holiday tradition of expanding visitor permits across its PA border. Muslims Drive out Christians from PA TerritoriesInterview Series: International human rights lawyerJustus Reid Weiner: "They flee to almost any country that will issue them a visa." |
