Peshawar: Cardinal Joseph Coutts is a Pakistani Catholic leader who was born in Lahore in 1945. He served as the  bishop of Faisal abad Diocese and Archbishop of Karachi and became the first-ever cardinal from Pakistan when Pope Francis elevated him to the College of Cardinals in 2018.

London: The crisis facing RAAC-affected homeowners in Aberdeen continues to escalate, with aging infrastructure, inadequate support, and a pressing need for safe, sustainable housing solutions. As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure no community is left behind, the UK RAAC Campaign Group has su

UK: In November 2014, the world watched in horror as Shama and Shehzad, a young Christian couple from Pakistan, were brutally tortured and burned alive in a brick kiln after false accusations of blasphemy. Their tragic deaths shocked the global community and left behind three young children&mdash

London: At a time when antisemitism and religious persecution are on the rise, Christians gathered in solidarity at Oxford Circus to oppose extremism and stand with Jewish communities under threat. United by Faith, a movement uniting Christians from diverse backgrounds for shared concerns, joined

Sangla Hill, Punjab, Pakistan: A wave of fear briefly swept through the Christian community in Sangla Hill following rumors of a blasphemy accusation against a local Christian lawyer. However, sources now confirm that the situation remained largely peaceful and has returned to normal.

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KARACHI: A deeply disturbing incident unfolded in the heart of Karachi’s Saddar area on Good Friday, as an individual was reportedly killed during a violent mob attack allegedly orchestrated by hundreds of workers affiliated with Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), a religiopolitical party kn

Faisalabad, Pakistan: In a deeply disturbing act of violence reflecting the entrenched plight of religious minorities in Pakistan, two fatherless Christian sisters were viciously attacked by Muslim youths near their home in Millat Town, Faisalabad, on April 15, 2025, at approximately 3:00 PM.

FAISALABAD: On Good Friday, a day of solemn reflection and sacrifice for Christians worldwide, an anti-terrorism court in Faisalabad delivered a verdict that has sent shockwaves through Pakistan’s Christian community. Pervaiz alias Kodu Masih, a Christian man, was sentenced to death on char

Hafizabad, Punjab – A harrowing tragedy struck the Christian community in Hafizabad, Pakistan, as nine minor children fell victim to a suspected poisoning after consuming sweetmeats offered by an unidentified individual. The incident, which occurred just days before the start of Holy Week&m

Hafizabad, Punjab - April 15, 2025- A horrifying incident has shaken the Christian community in Qila Sahib Singh, a neighborhood in Hafizabad, Punjab, where poisoned sweets were reportedly distributed among Christian children by an unidentified individual. The attack, which occurred on April 14,

Lahore, Pakistan: On 9th April, 24-year-old Nabeel Masih underwent a successful surgery at Farooq Hospital in Lahore for the removal of several large lipomas from his thighs—masses that had caused him immense pain and discomfort for years. Thanks to the financial and moral support of donors

UK: The latest Rough Sleeping Snapshot in England: Autumn 2023 paints a grim picture of homelessness across the nation, with a staggering 27% rise in rough sleeping since 2022. In total, 3,898 people were estimated to be sleeping rough on a single night in autumn 2023. For London, the numbers are

Kasur, Pakistan: The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) continues its long-standing commitment to the orphaned children of Shama and Shahzad Masih, a young Christian couple who were falsely accused of blasphemy and brutally murdered in 2014. As these children grow and thrive under BACA&rs

Pakistan: The meeting between UN Special Representative for Minority Affairs, Professor Nicholas Levert, and Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Law, Justice, and Human Rights, Senator Azam Nazir Tarar, highlights Pakistan’s official stance on the protection of minority rights. The minist

Gqeberha, South Africa - April 11, 2025 - Sardar Mushtaq Gill, founder of LEAD Ministries Pakistan, has issued an urgent appeal to the global Christian community to unite in prayer for the safe return of American missionary Josh Sullivan, who was abducted during a church service in South Africa o

 Lahore, Pakistan: (The Edge Foundation) In a landmark ruling that marks a rare legal victory for a persecuted Christian family, the Lahore High Court has ordered the immediate return of 14-year-old Ariah Gulzar to her mother, Sumera Gulzar, nearly three months after the girl was abducted fr

Karachi, Pakistan: According to Dawn, in a disturbing escalation of extremist behavior, Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), a hardline Islamist group, has launched a series of violent attacks on KFC outlets across Karachi. These acts of vandalism and aggression are linked to the group’s vehem

Lahore, Pakistan - In recent years, an alarming trend has emerged in Pakistan, where a significant number of Christian women have been forcibly converted to Islam for marriage. Initially drawn by promises of an economically stable life with Muslim men, these women often face severe hardships and

Lahore, Pakistan: In Pakistan, Christian women are increasingly subjected to forced conversions to Islam and coerced marriages with Muslim men, often leading to abuse and social alienation. The case of Shahida Bibi, a Christian woman who endured forced conversion, marriage, and years of abuse, hi

Manawala, Punjab: (By Sardar Mushtaq Gill) A disturbing new case of Christian persecution has surfaced in Pakistan, with reports indicating that Asif Masih, a hardworking Christian farmer, was kidnapped and held hostage by a Muslim landlord in the village of Tarku, near the city of Manawala, Punj

Kasur, Punjab, Pakistan - April 6, 2025: In a disturbing late-night incident, two masked assailants attempted to set fire to Bethanya Church, located in Gulshan Colony, Jambar Khurd, Tehsil Pattoki, District Kasur. The attack took place at approximately 12:24 AM on April 6, 2025, while the church

Faisalabad: In Faisalabad, a Christian woman was brutally assaulted by three Muslim men at gunpoint after they tied up her husband in a sugarcane field while the couple was on their way home from work. The police have since arrested the perpetrators and placed them in judicial remand. The British

Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa - In a shocking and tragic incident, Nadeem, a Hindu man, was shot dead in Peshawar for reportedly refusing to convert to Islam. This murder has sparked widespread outrage among religious minorities in Pakistan, who are now questioning the authorities’ failure t

Wazirabad, Pakistan: Shabbir Masih, a 61-year-old grieving father whose wife and son were brutally murdered in 2021 by an intolerant Muslim neighbor, has turned British Asian Christian Association (BACA) for urgent assistance with a hernia surgery.

A Tragic Past

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Springfield, Virginia:“We are passing though the last days of blessed month of Ramadhan. Let us reflect in depth about our experiences we have gained during this month of fasting. We still have time to make the maximum use of the days which are left. Think of those who are in need, who are

Lahore, Pakistan - Sardar Mushtaq Gill, the Founder of LEAD Ministries Pakistan, has expressed his deep gratitude for the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) 2025 Annual Report, which highlights the grave challenges facing religious minorities in Pakistan. In a st

Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) condemns the growing violations against individuals, families, and communities belonging to religious minorities, as the numbers of these incidents continue to rise at an alarming rate.

Recent visits of victims and families to the HRFP offi

Lahore, Pakistan: (By Sardar Mushtaq Gill) On March 17, 2025, 24-year-old Arslan Gill, a Christian resident of Railway Quarters in Mughal Pura, Lahore, was arrested and charged by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) for allegedly sharing blasphemous content in Facebook groups. His arrest comes

Rawalpindi, Pakistan - A session court in Rawalpindi, a garrison area near Islamabad, has sentenced five men to death for their participation in posting blasphemous content online. The men, including one Afghan national and four Pakistanis, were sentenced on Tuesday in connection with the controv

Islamabad: Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) is concerned by the Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) arrest of Farhan Mallick, the Chief Executive Officer of the digital media platform Raftar on March 20 in Karachi. PPF calls for the immediate release of Mallick and urges the FIA to clarify

Lahore, Pakistan: In a harrowing turn of events, Christian human rights defender and advocate, Tahir Bashir, was the target of a ruthless assassination attempt while traveling in his vehicle. The assailants, three unidentified individuals on a motorbike, opened fire on Bashir’s car, punctur

Karachi: Cardinal Joseph Coutts, Archbishop Emeritus of Karachi, was honored with Pakistan’s Tamgha-e-Imtiaz award on March 23, 2025, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to interfaith harmony, social welfare, and the Christian community. The Tamgha-e-Imtiaz is one of Pakistan&rs

UK: On Saturday, March 15, 2025, Coventry Street in Central London became the stage for a powerful demonstration against antisemitism and extremism. The "Stop the Hate" counter-protest, inspired by the spirit of Purim, honored the memory of the Bibas brothers—Ariel (4 years old) a

Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan: The tragic murder of Imtiaz Masih, a Christian father of five daughters, murdered on February 21, 2025, has sparked outrage and distress among Pakistan’s Christian community. On a bright afternoon in Chak Jumro No. 163 RB, District Faisalabad, the victim was ru

Sheikhupura, Pakistan: In a disturbing incident that underscores the perilous nature of religious intolerance in Pakistan, a 22-year-old Christian waste paper contractor named Waqas Masih was brutally attacked for allegedly touching Islamic materials. This incident took place against the backdrop

Pakistan: A Christian man was brutally assaulted and humiliated by a group of influential Muslims in his village for collecting firewood. The attackers shaved the man’s head, eyebrows, and mustache before parading him through the streets on a donkey in a degrading display. The police have r

Pakistan: Aleeza was just 1.5 years old when she survived a horrific terrorist attack on the Bethel Memorial Methodist Church during a nativity service on 17th December 2017. The brutal assault claimed the lives of nine innocent worshippers, leaving a deep scar on the Christian community in Pakis

Pakistan: Two Christian brothers, Imran Daniel (30) and Arslan Daniel (24), were brutally shot and killed by drug lords Ali Butt, Qadir Butt, and their accomplices in the main bazaar of Rachna Town, a suburb of Ferozwala, in October 2024. The attack stemmed from a heated confrontation after the b

While the growing and new wave of terrorism in Pakistan has awakened the government and defence institutions to adopt their policies anew, international forces and anti-national organisations have also turned the tide of criticism towards the current government and our forces. 

Our

Peshawar: (By PCP) Mr. Khalid Shahzad a Human Rights activist and founder DCSC writes that the situation you describe highlights ongoing concerns about the treatment of religious minorities in Pakistan, particularly regarding educational institutions. Here's a structured analysis of the issue

Pakistan: Reports have surfaced, revealing that a network of Individuals Islamists allegedly exploiting Pakistan's blasphemy laws may have been operating with the tacit support of law enforcement agencies, including the police and the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). Disturbingly, these al

Geneva: On March 11, 2025, Professor Shahid Mobeen, President of the Italian Consultation for Religious Freedom or Belief, spoke at a side event of the 58th session of the Human Rights Council at the United Nations in Geneva. The event, organized by the Jubilee Campaign, was dedicated to “F

Pakistan: In recent years, Christianity has been experiencing a steady and concerning decline in several Islamic-majority nations, facing numerous challenges that threaten the survival and vitality of Christian communities in these regions. Factors ranging from political repression and legal rest

Pakistan, Punjab: LEAD Ministries Pakistan has made a heartfelt appeal to the global Christian community to address the growing crisis of Christians trapped in bonded labor at brick kilns in Punjab, Pakistan. Many individuals are being exploited in forced labor under severe conditions, burdened b

Sialkot: After nearly two months of uncertainty and legal battles, 14-year-old Christian girl Saneha Sharif has been successfully rescued and reunited with her parents. Her case, which has drawn significant national and international attention, underscores the challenges faced by religious minori

Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP), in collaboration with the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD), observed International Women’s Day 2025, marking the UN theme, “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” The event, held at Vision Hall in Faisalabad,

Pakistan: The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has issued a stark and troubling report that casts a spotlight on the growing abuse of the country’s blasphemy laws. The report highlights a disturbing trend in which these laws are being weaponized against religious minorities, as we

Lahore: A  disturbing incident unfolded at the Lahore Sessions Court when an assassination attempt targeting a blasphemy accused was narrowly avoided. The suspect, identified as Atif, son of Shaukat Ali and a resident of Baloki Kahna, was apprehended during a routine security check at t

Chak Jhumra, Pakistan: In a heartbreaking incident of religious intolerance, a young Christian man named Fiyaz Masih, hailing from Chak Jhumra, was brutally beaten and subjected to public humiliation by Muslim landlords on the false accusation of cutting wood. The young man, who was already strug

Lahore, Pakistan: A man from Lahore has been sentenced to death after a court found him guilty of blasphemy, following allegations brought forward by Niaz Ahmad Noori, a prominent leader of the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), a radical religious group known for its extreme interpretation of Isl

Kasur: (By Mushtaq Gill) In a troubling incident reported from the district of Kasur’s Tehsil Patoki, a Christian girl, Kanza Mushtaq, has come forward with allegations of harassment by a local Muslim young man. The incident, which has drawn attention for its controversial aftermath, raises

Pakistan: In the brick kilns of Pakistan, a grave injustice continues to unfold, with Christian workers enduring brutal conditions of bonded labor.

These workers, primarily from marginalized Christian communities, are trapped in a cycle of exploitation where generations are born into de

Lahore, Pakistan: In a devastating incident that underscores the critical flaws in Pakistan's judicial system, a man set himself on fire outside the Lahore High Court in a desperate act of protest against the prolonged delays and systemic failures of the legal process. After battling severe i

Washington DC: Dr. Ghulam Nabi Fai, Chairman, World Forum for Peace & Justice issued the following statement from Washington.We are saddened to know the demise of Ather Masood Wani and his brother Engineer Zafar wani within this week.

 Inna Lillah-e-Wainna Ilahi Rajioon. Indeed

Lahore: In a heart-wrenching incident that has sparked outrage and calls for justice, a young Christian girl, Samia Boota, tragically lost her life after allegedly being thrown from the roof of a six-storey building in the Askari 11 area of Lahore. The 16-year-old, who worked as a domestic maid t

Lahore, Punjab: In a tragic and disturbing turn of events, a Pakistani man set himself on fire outside the Lahore High Court in a desperate attempt to draw attention to the inefficiencies and alleged corruption in the country’s judicial system. The man, whose identity remains unknown, repor

Islamabad, Pakistan: (By Sardar Mushtaq Gill) In a significant legal development, Pastor Imran Amanat, one of the leaders of LEAD Ministries Pakistan, has urged the Pakistani authorities to provide immediate security for individuals recently granted bail in blasphemy cases. This plea follows a co

Lahore, Pakistan: (By Sardar Mushtaq Gill) LEAD Ministries, a leading organization dedicated to promoting peace and justice, has called on the Pakistani government to take swift action against individuals flaunting both licensed and illegal weapons in public and using social media platforms to sp

Merciful God, I thank You for choosing me and sustaining me with Your promises from my youth through my later years in this curved and corrupt world. I praise You for keeping me strong in Your Holy Words as I labor to save souls for Christ, fulfilling Your command in Matthew 28:19.

Lord

Raiwind: Sonia Bibi, a 30-year-old woman from Raiwind, was brutally murdered, leaving her three children devastated and struggling with the traumatic loss of their mother. Sonia, a married mother, was found dead with her body placed on the railway tracks in what appeared to be an attempt to stage

Faisalabad, Pakistan: A 15-year-old Christian girl, Sineha, has been abducted by a Muslim man named Mujahid in a disturbing case of suspected forced conversion and marriage. The incident took place on February 7, 2025, in the People Colony area of Faisalabad.

Sineha, a member of the Chr

Lahore: In yet another heartbreaking case of grooming and forced conversion, a 12-year-old Christian girl from Lahore has been taken by a Muslim man nearly three times her age. The abductor transported her to Sindh, where he forcibly converted and married her—despite laws prohibiting child

Sialkot: A young Christian girl from Sialkot has been abducted by newly arrived Muslim neighbours, sparking deep concern among her family and the local Christian community. Police have arrested two suspects and uncovered their links to prostitution, leading to raids on multiple locations. However

Rawalpindi: Zafar Bhatti, a Pakistani Christian and the longest-serving blasphemy prisoner in Pakistan’s history, has been wrongfully convicted in a case that has sparked widespread concern among human rights advocates. In 2022, after years of unjust imprisonment, he was sentenced to death

USA: The 63rd session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD63) under the chairmanship of Ambassador Krzysztof Szczerski of Poland concluded this week at the UN Headquarters in New York. The Commission is the advisory body responsible for the social development pillar of global developme

Sanghar, Sindh – A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday morning, 10th February, when the lifeless body of 24-year-old Christian doctor, Sabar Masih, was discovered in the Chak-36 Workshop area of Sanghar, Sindh. After a postmortem examination, it was confirmed that the young doctor had been

Faisalabad:  Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) strongly condemns the violations of minority rights across Pakistan, where religious minorities continue to face severe persecution and discrimination. 

Religious minorities are routinely subjected to forced conversions, esp

UK: The UK RAAC Campaign Group has today criticised Aberdeen City Council’s handling of the ongoing RAAC crisis, warning that the voluntary acquisition scheme is failing and urging the Council to adopt a fairer approach. Later today, Wilson Chowdhry, Chair of the UK RAAC Campaign Group, wil

Gujranwala, Pakistan – On the night of February 10, 2025, Pastor Shahbaz Barakat, a respected Christian leader from Rahwali Christian Town, was tragically shot by two unidentified armed assailants while returning to his village, Kaliwala. The incident occurred around 10:15 PM near Kot Nora,

Lahore: A major breakthrough in the tragic murder case of Suleman Masih, a Christian man brutally killed in January 2025, was made when Pakistani authorities apprehended one of the key suspects, Abdul Rehman, attempting to flee the country. Rehman, a prominent figure believed to be involved in th

Pakistani: In a recent interview with an international news media outlet, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recalled a disturbing incident in which he was threatened with legal action and a death sentence in Pakistan over blasphemy accusations related to a Facebook post. Zuckerberg’s experience high

New jersey: Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front, North America Saturday commemorated the 41st death anniversary of Mohammad Maqbool Bhat, an eminent Kashmiri leader, with a renewed determination to achieve his foremost dream: the liberation of Jammu and Kashmir from India’s occupation and establ

Lahore, Pakistan: (By Advocate Mushtaq Gill) Disturbing reports of forced conversion and child marriage have emerged in Lahore, where a 12-year-old Christian girl was reportedly abducted, forcibly converted to Islam, and married against her will. The abduction occurred when the girl was allegedly

Washington, D.C: “It is our duty to support the people of Kashmir who are struggling for their right to self-determination. Our objective has to be to draw the attention of the world powers to the situation in Kashmir and to exert pressure on the government of India to resolve dispute over

UK: The UK RAAC Campaign Group has today criticised Aberdeen City Council’s handling of the ongoing RAAC crisis, warning that the voluntary acquisition scheme is failing and urging the Council to adopt a fairer approach. Later today, Wilson Chowdhry, Chair of the UK RAAC Campaign Group, wil

OPEN LETTER

Dear Mark Griffin MSP,

Thank you for your thoughtful response to the challenges faced by homeowners affected by RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete). I greatly appreciate the time you and your Senior Parliamentary Advisor, Caitlin Stott, have taken to ackn

Dundee, Scotland:  A former Dundee City Council worker is speaking out about the defects of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) panels, shedding light on the challenges faced by construction teams during the building process and the long-term impact on residents.

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Sialkot: Chairman of Pakistan Christian Awareness Movement, Dr. Emanuel Adil Ghouri speaking at the event organized in connection with the World Interfaith Harmony Week, has said that religious tolerance should be promoted in the country and the scholars of all schools of thought should work toge

Islamabad: Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) is alarmed by the Pakistan government’s passage of the Pakistan Electronic Crimes Amendment Bill, 2025 (PECA) without prior stakeholder consultation and a lack of clarthe bodies formed under it. This lack of clarity and consensus raises questions a

Sahiwal, Pakistan – Tensions have escalated in the Galla Mandi area following the arrest of 28-year-old Farhan Masih, a Christian man, on blasphemy charges on 26 January. The accusations were filed by a local Muslim, Muhammad Bilal Khan, raising concerns about the safety of Christians in th

Islamabad: (BY PPF) While accepting that internet users in Pakistan faced challenges, Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja, on January 17, told the National Assembly that the internet, VPNs, and WhatsApp were “presently” fully operati

Pakistan: LEAD Ministries Pakistan has urgently called on the country’s Apex Court to review the medical report submitted by the Medical Board and take immediate action for the release of Anwar Kenneth, who has been arbitrarily detained for over 20 years. The organization has expressed deep

London: (By Hannah ChowdhryOn the afternoon of Thursday, 24th October, Royal Thai Immigration Officers conducted a raid on Phutthabucha Road in Bangkok, arresting 47-year-old widow Rubina Babar and her family. Those arrested include her two daughters, Simran Babar (25) and Marish Babar (23), as w

Pakistan: A case of blasphemy was registered FIR no 1444/24 police station Sadar tehsil Gojra district  Toba tek singh ' punjab Pakistan against Christian female Shazia bibi 31 December 2024. Allegations were levelled that she burnt pages of islamic book.Javed sahotra and Shawaiz Ja

Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) in collaboration with Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD) organized the orientation on the project entitled “Human Rights Documentation, Fact Findings & Advocacy for the Marginalized”, upcoming activities.

Human Rights Foc

UK: Wilson Chowdhry, Chairman of the UK RAAC Campaign Group, and Fiona Crichton, the group’s Secretary, held a pivotal meeting with Khalida Hussain, representing the Scottish Government’s Better Building Team, Stephen Garvin Head of Building Standards at the Scottish Government and tw

PAKISTAN: In the past, women were often exploited to trap innocent individuals in sexual assault cases for blackmail, revenge, and other selfish motives. However, a disturbing new trend is emerging in Pakistan, where Christian youth are increasingly being targeted through honey-trapping schemes.

Islamabad: (PPF) To enhance media safety and reporting standards, the Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) convened its Media Safety Investigative Reporting Fellows in Karachi for a three-day capacity-building workshop.  The workshop, from December 26th to 28th, 2024, brought together journa

Pakistan: In a deeply disheartening development, the Chunian District Court has acquitted all primary accused in the brutal murder of Saleem Masih. The judge granted the benefit of the doubt to the accused, citing insufficient evidence to secure a conviction.

The British Asian Christian

London: The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) continues to provide unwavering support to the orphaned children of Shama and Shehzad, the young Christian couple who were tragically tortured and burned alive in 2014 after false accusations of blasphemy. This heinous act left their children

London: The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) has welcomed the heartening commitment of Joe Powell, MP for Kensington & Bayswater, to the global fight against religious persecution. In a recent email response to BACA Trustee Juliet Chowdhry, Mr. Powell expressed his unwaverin