IPC: Connections
Iran: The real story isn’t political, it’s spiritual
Iran (MNN) — Tensions surround Iran’s current political affairs, and a spirit of fear grips people on the streets. Muhammed*, the leader of a Persian house church, says many Iranians live in constant trepidation. “Iranians are glued to their TVs or their mobile phones, waiting for the next news update……
Afghan Peace Talks: Politicians, Taliban Cite 'Tremendous Progress' in Moscow
Senior Afghan politicians and the Taliban said they made progress during peace talks in Russia, although they did not make any significant breakthrough. The May 28-30 talks in Moscow came amid international efforts to end the nearly 18-year war in Afghanistan. In a May 30 joint statement, the sides said…
Poland: U.S. Agrees To Station 'About 1,000' More Military Personnel
The United States has agreed to station "about 1,000" more military personnel in Poland as the government of the East European country seeks to counter what it perceives as a growing Russian threat. However, the joint U.S.-Poland declaration signed by President Donald Trump on June 12 stopped short of calling…
India Elections: Christians on Edge
Big Win for Hindu Nationalists Narendra Modi was recently sworn in for a second term as India’s Prime Minister. His party, the BJP, won a resounding victory in parliamentary elections. As Indian pundits – a word that is, by the way, of Indian origin – will tell you, if Modi…
