Faith
Call to Defend Christians Facing Terrorism Threats
Faith Facts
- ADF International urged global action against growing Islamist violence targeting Christians on the genocide’s 10th anniversary.
- International recognition of ISIS atrocities as genocide has not stopped ongoing threats to faith communities.
- The European Union’s special envoy position for religious freedom remains unfilled, despite urgent calls for leadership.
The tenth anniversary of the ISIS genocide against Christians in Syria and Iraq calls believers to pray and demand meaningful action. ADF International highlighted the ongoing persecution, warning that simple remembrance does not rescue families or heal broken communities.
“ISIS ideology has not disappeared, and religious minorities continue to pay the price when the international community fails to act decisively,” said Kelsey Zorzi, Director of Advocacy for Global Religious Freedom at ADF International.
Faith-based advocacy reminds us to stand for justice, not just recognition, as threats still reach Christians in nations from Africa to Asia. ADF International emphasized the need for accountability and concrete national and international measures to ensure protection for the persecuted.
“The continued targeting of Christians, Yazidis, Jews, and other religious minorities shows that the lessons of the ISIS genocide have not yet been fully learned,” said Adina Portaru, Senior Counsel for ADF International in Europe.
The organization encouraged stronger laws and urged the immediate appointment of an EU Special Envoy for religious freedom. Only by preserving freedom of faith and holding evildoers accountable can we reflect Biblical justice and compassion in our world.
Let us boldly advocate for the safety of our brothers and sisters, honoring God by protecting the innocent and standing against hatred.