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Armenian Christians in Jerusalem's Old City feel the walls closing in

The Armenian community in Jerusalem faces existential threats from land deals and changing demographics amid broader regional conflicts.
#bangladesh

Bangladesh elections could be held in 2025, says Yunus DW 12/16/2024

Bangladesh's electoral reforms are essential for determining the timing of the next general elections, potentially aimed for late 2025.

Our lives don't matter': In post-Hasina Bangladesh, Hindus fear future

A mob attacked Krishna Das's home after blasphemy allegations against a Hindu youth led to escalating violence in a Muslim-majority area.

Bangladesh communal tensions grow amid Hindu protests DW 11/29/2024

Religious tensions in Bangladesh escalate due to the arrest of a Hindu leader, amid ongoing political instability and calls for a ban on ISKCON.

Bangladesh elections could be held in 2025, says Yunus DW 12/16/2024

Bangladesh's electoral reforms are essential for determining the timing of the next general elections, potentially aimed for late 2025.

Our lives don't matter': In post-Hasina Bangladesh, Hindus fear future

A mob attacked Krishna Das's home after blasphemy allegations against a Hindu youth led to escalating violence in a Muslim-majority area.

Bangladesh communal tensions grow amid Hindu protests DW 11/29/2024

Religious tensions in Bangladesh escalate due to the arrest of a Hindu leader, amid ongoing political instability and calls for a ban on ISKCON.
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India: Mosque survey dispute erupts into deadly clashes DW 11/25/2024

The protest over a mosque built on a potential Hindu temple site resulted in violence, fatalities, and significant government interventions.
#free-speech

Eight on trial in France in connection with murder of teacher Samuel Paty

The murder of Samuel Paty highlights significant issues surrounding free speech, religious tensions, and online hate.

Sweden prosecutes Quran burners with hate crime DW 08/28/2024

Prosecutors in Sweden are trying two men for burning the Quran, reflecting tensions between free speech and respect for religious beliefs.

Eight on trial in France in connection with murder of teacher Samuel Paty

The murder of Samuel Paty highlights significant issues surrounding free speech, religious tensions, and online hate.

Sweden prosecutes Quran burners with hate crime DW 08/28/2024

Prosecutors in Sweden are trying two men for burning the Quran, reflecting tensions between free speech and respect for religious beliefs.
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US slams suggestion of targeting' Muslim scholar al-Sistani by Israeli TV

The U.S. condemned an Israeli broadcast that included Grand Ayatollah Sistani in a hit list, affirming his role in promoting peace in the region.
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Israeli minister Ben-Gvir says he would build synagogue on Al-Aqsa compound

Itamar Ben-Gvir's comments about building a synagogue at the Al-Aqsa Mosque provoke outrage, possibly threatening longstanding religious and political tensions.

How Rituals of Faith Became Another Casualty of War

The ongoing conflict has severely impacted religious practices and accessibility to holy sites for both Jews and Muslims in the region.

Israel to restrict access to Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan

Israel to impose restrictions on Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan
Friction over access restrictions at religious sites

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir says he would build synagogue on Al-Aqsa compound

Itamar Ben-Gvir's comments about building a synagogue at the Al-Aqsa Mosque provoke outrage, possibly threatening longstanding religious and political tensions.

How Rituals of Faith Became Another Casualty of War

The ongoing conflict has severely impacted religious practices and accessibility to holy sites for both Jews and Muslims in the region.

Israel to restrict access to Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan

Israel to impose restrictions on Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan
Friction over access restrictions at religious sites
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NYC India Day Parade A Mix Of Desi Pride & Politics

The India Day Parade showcased vibrant cultural expressions while highlighting tensions within the Indian American community over political and religious issues.

Democracy Needs the Loser

Nigerians feared election-related violence due to past experiences, highlighting deep economic and religious divisions between Buhari and Jonathan's supporters.
#pakistan

Kyrgyz Blogger Fined Amid Crackdown On Independent Media

Muslims in Pakistan rampaged over alleged Quran desecration incident.

Lithuanians Vote In Presidential Runoff Amid Russia Fears

Muslims in Pakistan rampage over alleged desecration of Quran by a Christian man.

Kyrgyz Blogger Fined Amid Crackdown On Independent Media

Muslims in Pakistan rampaged over alleged Quran desecration incident.

Lithuanians Vote In Presidential Runoff Amid Russia Fears

Muslims in Pakistan rampage over alleged desecration of Quran by a Christian man.
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#maliyana-massacre

India's Forgotten Massacre

The victims of the Maliyana massacre in India are still awaiting justice after more than 36 years.
The violence was carried out by a mob of locals and state government personnel, including the PAC.

India's Forgotten Massacre

More than 36 years ago, 72 Muslims were massacred in the Indian village of Maliyana
After 36 years and hundreds of hearings, a district court acquitted dozens of the accused due to insufficient evidence

India's Forgotten Massacre

The victims of the Maliyana massacre in India are still awaiting justice after more than 36 years.
The violence was carried out by a mob of locals and state government personnel, including the PAC.

India's Forgotten Massacre

More than 36 years ago, 72 Muslims were massacred in the Indian village of Maliyana
After 36 years and hundreds of hearings, a district court acquitted dozens of the accused due to insufficient evidence
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Tensions simmer in French schools as 12-year-old threatens teacher with knife

A 12-year-old schoolgirl in France threatened a teacher with a knife, raising concerns about violence and tensions in the country's education system.
There have been growing tensions in French schools, which can be linked to factors such as religious conflicts and cultural differences.

Sinners' and Russian Talibans': A Holy War Roils a Once Placid Village

A rift in a Moldovan village caused by a priest's decision to sever allegiance to the Moscow Patriarch highlights tensions between Russia and the EU.
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