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Middle East: Hamas-Fatah unity government to be announced

19 May 2014
Palestinian sources say a 5-week deadline is in place for forming government between rival Palestinian factions and the new PA unity government will be announced before the end of May. The government will consist of only…

Iran: Iranian Christians flock to Germany for sanctuary

19 May 2014
More Iranian Christians are immigrating to Germany than ever before to escape religious persecution in their home country. The Guardian reports that though East Berlin has been considered one of the most ‘godless’ locations in history…

Australia: Disability carers resilient but support is vital

19 May 2014
A 60 page Wesley Mission report compiled from the results of a survey and interviews with Australian disability carers found the role of a carer is taxing and takes its toll on even the most robust,…

Israel: Death threats to Christians in Jerusalem

19 May 2014
Pope Francis will be making a pilgrimage to Israel from May 24th to 26th commemorating 50 years since a meeting between Pope Paul VI and Patriarch Athenagoras. He will meet with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of the…