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Iraqi Christian Killed in France for His Faith
Faith Facts
- Ashur Sarnaya, a disabled Assyrian Christian and refugee from ISIS persecution, was stabbed to death in Lyon, France, while livestreaming about his Christian faith.
- Sarnaya had received prior threats, faced online harassment for sharing the Gospel in Arabic, and had previously reported physical attacks against him.
- Christian organizations are calling for greater protection for Christians in Europe, emphasizing the ongoing rise in anti-Christian acts and the need to uphold freedom of religion.
The tragic murder of Ashur Sarnaya, who fled oppression in Iraq, is a sobering reminder of the challenges Christians continue to face—even in nations that promise liberty and equality.
Attacks such as these highlight the urgent necessity for governments and citizens alike to uphold religious liberty and protect those who seek refuge from persecution.
“Ashur was a very kind, discreet person, deeply believing, who liked to speak about the Christian faith.”
We are called to remember in prayer those suffering for their faith and to stand firm as advocates for the dignity and safety of all persecuted believers.
Let us stand for faith, family, and freedom—urging our leaders to protect those who simply wish to live out their convictions in peace.