News by email Donate

Suggestions

Top Stories

Most Read

Popular Videos

Islamic-State-terrorists-main_article_image.jpg
REX/BORACAN/SIPA
World News

IS releases more Syrian Christians

by Antony Bushfield

A six-year-old girl is among the freed Assyrians who were kidnapped from their villages in north east Syria on 24 February.

Their release, thought to have been secured by a ransom payment, follows that of 19 other Christians who were freed by militants last week.

More than 200 people are still being held by IS.

Islamic State has taken over large parts of Iraq and Syria as the group attempts to set up an area ruled by strict Islamic law.

Christian Solidarity Worldwide Chief Executive Mervyn Thomas said: "While we are relieved to hear of the release of these hostages, it is worrying that they have been made to pay an unjust tax enforced by non-nationals in order to continue living in their ancestral homes.

"Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with those who are still held captive by a sect that does not hesitate to plumb to the depths of inhumanity.

"We renew our call to the international community to provide protection for Syria's religious and ethnic minorities against an onslaught that seeks to erase the country's diverse heritage."

A Monthly Gift Of $11 Makes A World Of Difference

In a world of fake news there’s never been a greater need for quality Christian journalism. Premier’s mission is to provide the Church with the most up to date and relevant news, told from a Christian perspective. But we can’t do it without you.

Unlike many websites we haven't put up a paywall — we want to keep our journalism free at the point of need and as open as we can. Premier’s news output takes a lot of time, money and hard work to produce. No one in the USA is sharing news like we are across radio, magazines and online so please help us to continue that today.

For a monthly gift of $11 or more we’d also be able to send you a free copy of the brand new Premier Bible, a wonderful Anglicised version of the NLT packed with exclusive bonus content, reading plan and resources to help you get the most out of scripture.

Your monthly support will make a world of difference. Thank you.

Support Us
Continue the conversation on our Facebook page

Related Articles

Sign up to our newsletter to stay informed with news from a Christian perspective.

News by email

Connect

Donate

Donate