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Christians suffer extreme persecution in 13 countries around the world, according to the 2024 World Persecution List published by the Open Doors organization, whose mission is to serve the faithful in nations where there is some type of threat against their lives or against their freedom to believe and worship Jesus.
The new list was published Jan. 16 and reflects a worsening situation for Christians worldwide.
For example, in 2023 there were 11 nations where there was extreme persecution of Christians. This year two more were added: Saudi Arabia and Syria.
The list is made up of 50 countries in total: 13 nations where Christians suffer extreme persecution and another 37 where persecution is severe.
In addition, the organization presented an additional watch list of countries where persecution could worsen: Russia, which ranked 62nd; Honduras, 66th; Venezuela, 67th; Ukraine, 77th; and Israel, 78th.
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The new list was published Jan. 16 and reflects a worsening situation for Christians worldwide.
For example, in 2023 there were 11 nations where there was extreme persecution of Christians. This year two more were added: Saudi Arabia and Syria.
The list is made up of 50 countries in total: 13 nations where Christians suffer extreme persecution and another 37 where persecution is severe.
In addition, the organization presented an additional watch list of countries where persecution could worsen: Russia, which ranked 62nd; Honduras, 66th; Venezuela, 67th; Ukraine, 77th; and Israel, 78th.
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Believing in Jesus can cost you your life in these 50 countries
Open Doors just released its 2024 World Persecution List, which reflects a worsening situation for Christians worldwide.
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