An Egyptian Christian leader has issued an urgent call for worldwide prayers concerning potential explosive rallies both for and against the presidency of Mohammed Morsi.
Egypt
Teacher in Egypt Sentenced for 'Defaming' Islam
A judge in Upper Egypt found a Christian teacher guilty of defaming Islam and levied a massive fine against her after prohibiting her lawyers from presenting a single witness during the trial.
Future of Egypt May Be at Stake
On June 30, many Egyptians are being urged to go into the streets all over the country in response to a recent call for rebellion against President Mohammed Morsi, his administration and the ruling party to which he belongs -- the Muslim Brotherhood.
Blasphemy Charges Becoming New Weapon Against Egyptian Christians
According to a new study, blasphemy and evangelizing accusations are disproportionately used against members of Egypt's Christian minority -- particularly those working in education.
Copts Call on Obama to Speak Out on Christian Persecution in Egypt
American Coptic Christians gathered in front of the White House last week to demand justice for Egyptian Christians.
Libya Releases Four Egyptian Christians from Prison
Libya released four Egyptian Christians accused of proselytizing from prison on Thursday, after imprisoning them for more than a month.
Egyptian Christians Flee Under Increased Scrutiny, Persecution
Tens of thousands of Christians have left post-revolution Egypt due to concerns over rising Muslim conservatism and a general instability they say is emboldening attacks against them.
