Christians in middle east

Israeli Christian leaders condemn church suicide bombing, urge Syria to act against terror

Christian leaders in Israel called for peace after a suicide bomber detonated himself inside a Greek Orthodox Church in Damascus, killing 20 people.

 Civil defence members inspect the damage after a blast rocked the Mar Elias Church according to witnesses, in the Dweila neighbourhood of Damascus, Syria June 22, 2025.
 A framed photo of Pope Francis, presented by the Coptic Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem, is seen outside the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem's Old City, following Mass for the late pontiff April 23, 2025.

Christians in Israel slam Netanyahu's 'disrespectful' response to Pope's death

 People carry crosses next to a flag adopted by the new Syrian rulers, during a protest against the burning of the Christmas tree in Hama, in Damascus, Syria December 24, 2024.

On a united Easter, the lives and struggles of Christians in the Middle East

 LEBANESE PRESIDENT Michel Aoun (right) shakes hands with Nizar Zakka after he was freed, at the presidential palace in Baabda, east of Beirut, in 2019.

Hezbollah candidate expected to withdraw from Lebanon's presidential elections - report


Jews for Jesus, stop pushing your views on me - opinion

The "Jews for Jesus" movement, misrepresenting Christianity and exploiting vulnerable people, shows why people must be cautious and well informed about their own faith.

 A man from Jews for Jesus handing out flyers in Tel Aviv, Israel.

‘Christian role in Lebanon has ended,’ says Hezbollah-affectionate commentator

Reda Saad, a pro-Hezbollah commentator from Lebanon, also implied that US warships are coming to the Middle East to transfer the Christian population from Lebanon, sparking sectarian tensions.

 A supporter holds a poster of late top commander of Iran's Quds Force Qassem Soleimani and late Hezbollah top commander Fuad Shukr before the speech of Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah. Beirut, Lebanon August 6, 2024.

Christians gather in Jerusalem's Old City for Easter amid Gaza war

Despite a decrease in tourists and tempered celebrations, Christians gathered at the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem's Old City for prayer and commemoration.

 Melissa Mott of King of Kings leads prayergoers during the March 31 service at the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem.

Faith-based diplomacy: Are Christians Israel’s diplomatic Iron Dome? - comment

While Israel continues to receive threats from terrorists and protesters, Christian Zionists continue to show up for Israel.

 Christian legislators sign resolution condemning Iran on March 5, 2024

Christians will stand with Jews so they are not alone - opinion

Pastors and rabbis stand together on Capitol Hill 

 PASTOR LARRY HUCH speaks at an Israel Embassy event showing footage of the Hamas October 7 massacre.

Turkey arrests 25 suspects over church shooting - minister

The two main suspects were foreign nationals, one from Tajikistan and the other Russian, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said previously.

 The Italian Santa Maria Catholic Church is pictured after two masked gunmen were shooting during Sunday service, in Istanbul, Turkey January 28, 2024.

'No strings attached': In response to ‘Uncovering Christian missionary efforts’ - opinion

The idea that Israeli soldiers are so weak that they’ll sell their souls for a helmet is an insult to the intelligence of the IDF.  

Thousands of Christian supporters of Israel march in Jerusalem in the annual Feast of Tabernacles parade in 2019

Christian combat soldier sacrifices life for Israel: Sgt.-Maj. Urija Bayer

Sergeant-Major (Sgt.-Maj.) Urija Bayer was a Christian combat soldier in the IDF who lost his life in battle on Sunday. He was proud to serve in the IDF and defend Israel.

 Sergeant first class Urija Bayer z"l

Christians supporting Israel and the Jewish people - opinion

Christians around the world stand against antisemitism in rallies and embrace the bond that they share with Jewish people.

PASAGES STUDENTS attending last week's rally in Washington to show their support for Israel

Thousands mourning in Christian town in Iraq after wedding hall fire

The fire happened in a Christian town that has been recovering since the war on ISIS. ISIS expelled Christians from Mosul, Nineveh, and Christian towns like Hamdaniya.

 People gather at the site following a fatal fire at a wedding celebration, in the district of Hamdaniya in Iraq's Nineveh province, Iraq, September 27, 2023.

Tourism Ministry convenes to address harassment of Jerusalem Christians

The Tourism Ministry-led forum included leaders from across Israel's government and focused on the recent spike in attacks against Christians in the historic Old City.

 CHRISTIAN WORSHIPERS take part in a Good Friday procession in Jerusalem’s Old City. With the confluence of Passover, Easter and Ramadan earlier in 2023