Anugrah Kumar

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  Nov 26, 2023

  4-year-old American girl among 17 hostages released by Hamas on day 3 of ceasefire

  A 4-year-old American-Israeli girl, Abigail Edan, was among 17 hostages released on the third day of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Edan was orphaned on Oct. 7 when Hamas militants murdered her parents. She turned 4 while being held hostage in Gaza. 

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  Nov 25, 2023

  Hamas releases 13 Israelis on second day of ceasefire after delaying exchange over demands

  Hamas released 13 Israelis late Saturday night on the second day of the ceasefire after delaying the exchange over demands, saying Israel must first allow aid trucks into northern Gaza before it will free the hostages as part of an exchange deal involving 50 Israeli hostages for 150 Palestinian prisoners. Between four and seven foreign nationals are also expected to be released.

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  Nov 25, 2023

  UN raises concerns Ukraine is failing to protect rights of churches with Russian ties

  The United Nations has raised concerns over Ukraine’s handling of religious rights, particularly for churches linked to Russia, detailing restrictions and threats to the safety of religious communities in the country, not only in Ukraine but also in Russia-occupied territories.

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  Nov 24, 2023

  Lauren Daigle named Billboard’s top Christian artist of the year

  Lauren Daigle, the Grammy Award-winning singer, has been named Billboard’s top Christian artist of the year. This follows a significant year for Daigle, marked by new music releases and continued chart dominance.

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  Nov 24, 2023

  Hamas co-founder’s son warns of terrorist group's indoctrination of children in Gaza

  Mosab Hassan Yousef, the son of Hamas co-founder Sheikh Hassan Yousef, delivered a powerful address at the United Nations this week, condemning the actions and ideologies of Hamas. His speech focused on the terror attacks by Hamas, particularly against Israeli civilians, and the indoctrination of Gaza’s population, especially children.

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  Nov 23, 2023

  Vineyard pastors knew of son's child sex abuse allegations but failed to act: report

  A new investigation report suggests that the former senior pastor of Vineyard Church in Duluth, Minnesota, took no action despite witnesses claiming the church leader knew about allegations against his son, who was arrested and charged with abuse of minors during his time at the church.

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  Nov 21, 2023

  Church leaders fear land deal may uproot Armenian presence in Jerusalem's Old City

  Christian leaders in Jerusalem have protested a land deal that they believe has the potential to uproot the Armenian community's historical presence in the Old City.

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  Nov 21, 2023

  Nigerian court acquits evangelist charged with kidnapping after helping convert to safety

  A court in northeast Nigeria has acquitted a Nigerian Christian evangelist of kidnapping charges related to facilitating safe passage and accommodation for a 17-year-old Christian convert facing death threats.

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  Nov 20, 2023

  Pastor removed from San Diego police oversight board over LGBT beliefs sues mayor

  A San Diego County human relations commissioner and pastor has filed a lawsuit against San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria for removing him from a city board, alleging discrimination against his religious beliefs. The action followed the pastor's abstention from a vote condemning transphobia, citing his Christian faith.

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  Nov 20, 2023

  Dozens killed by Israeli airstrikes on schools, refugee camp in Gaza, Hamas says

  The Hamas-run government health ministry is charging that Israel has targeted a UN refugee camp school in northern Gaza with a deadly airstrike on Saturday. The Israeli military is investigating the incident and has previously accused Hamas of using school buildings to hide weapons.