Christian missionaries and converts to Christianity have both been targeted for persecution, sometimes to the point of being martyred for their faith, ever since the emergence of Christianity.

Jan 14, 2026 · Globally, more than 388 million Christians live in nations with high levels of persecution or discrimination for their faith.

The World Watch List is Open Doors' annual ranking of the 50 countries where Christians face the most extreme persecution. Explore each country profile and download the data and stories for in-depth …

May 23, 2025 · Discover five powerful examples of Christian persecution in the world today, from Nigeria to North Korea, and learn how believers are standing strong in faith.

Mar 2, 2025 · More than 380 million Christians around the world are facing persecution and discrimination for their faith, according to Open Doors' World Watch List.

Jan 16, 2024 · Open Doors’ 2024 World Watch List—an in-depth investigative report focusing on global Christian persecution—reveals that today, more than 365 million worldwide (up from 360 million last …

Jan 15, 2026 · The number of Christians exposed to persecution and at risk of suffering violence worldwide rose by 8 million people compared to last year—reaching a record 388 million.

5 days ago · International Christian Concern (ICC) serves and equips persecuted Christians in places where it is dangerous to follow Jesus. Since 1995, we have provided critical aid, influenced religious …

Apr 8, 2026 · (RNS) — Driven by Islamic extremism, authoritarian regimes, and war, high-level persecution and discrimination impacted 380 million Christians around the world in 2024, according …

Feb 23, 2026 · One in 7 Christians are persecuted worldwide, according to Open Doors. Circumstances are worse in Africa, where 1 in 5 suffer under persecution. Meanwhile, the highest frequency …