Christians
Coverage of Christians in the Nexus archive.
- The Decline and Fall of what, exactly?
The article discusses the historical shift from pagan persecution of Christians under Nero in 64 C.E. to Christian-led religious persecution after Emperor Constantine's conversion in 312 C.E., noting that early Christian martyrs spread the faith through tales of martyrdom. It contrasts this with modern white nationalist Christian politicians who falsely claim persecution, despite lacking evidence.
- Israelis, Palestinians torn over sacred shrine in city of Hebron
Israelis and Palestinians have conflicting perspectives on Hebron's Cave of the Patriarchs shrine, with an Israeli settler viewing it as a global must-see and a Palestinian activist seeing it as a symbol of Israeli expansion. The site, sacred to Jews, Muslims, and Christians, is believed to be the burial place of biblical figures like Abraham and represents competing claims in the occupied West Bank city of Hebron.
- Trump attacks Democrats as ‘godless communists’ in test of midterms message
Donald Trump has criticized Democrats as 'godless communists' following wins by Mamdani-backed candidates, warning of a threat to the traditional American way of life. He claims the Democratic party has embraced extremism that could result in the persecution of Christians.
- Furious Mormons riled up in religious spat after they were left off Trump's new categorization of Christians
Mormons are upset after being excluded from Trump's new categorization of Christians, sparking a religious dispute. The omission has caused anger within the Mormon community.
- Americans travel to Pakistan to free Christians trapped in modern-day slavery: 'God's hand was in it'
Americans Aaron Hutchings and Emmanuel Hernandez are working to free Christian families trapped in bonded labor in Pakistan's brick-making industry. Project Jubilee, a nonprofit founded by Hernandez, has already rescued 300 Pakistanis by paying off debts and providing resources like legal aid, housing, and transportation. Up to one million Christians in Pakistan face debt bondage, often due to exploitative loan systems.
- In U.F.O. Files, Some Christians See Vexing Questions — and Demons
The Pentagon released U.F.O. files containing unclear videos and images that did not provide definitive evidence. Some Christians have interpreted these releases as raising troubling questions and potentially involving demonic elements.
- US forces kill top ISIS leader who 'orchestrated kidnap and massacre of hundreds of Christians' in daring 1am gunfight
US forces killed a top ISIS leader responsible for kidnapping and massacring hundreds of Christians in a 1am gunfight. The operation targeted the leader who orchestrated the violent acts. The incident highlights ongoing efforts to combat terrorism.
- Israeli police arrest man after nun attacked in Jerusalem
Israeli police arrested a man after a French nun was attacked in Jerusalem in an unprovoked assault. The incident is linked to a rise in harassment of Christians by Jewish extremists in the city.
- Israeli police arrest man after nun attacked in Jerusalem
Israeli police arrested a man following an unprovoked attack on a French nun in Jerusalem. The incident is linked to a rise in harassment against Christians by Jewish extremists in the city.
- Shocking moment nun is pushed over and repeatedly kicked in Jerusalem, amid claims of a rise in attacks targeting Christians
A nun was violently attacked in Jerusalem, with reports indicating an increase in assaults against Christians in the region.
- Christians aren’t signing up for the Trump administration’s unholy war
The article highlights growing disapproval among American Christians who do not align their religious identity with support for Donald Trump. It notes that Trump's policies or actions are being framed as an 'unholy war,' which some Christians are rejecting.
- Two weeks that pushed Trump to the edge. Is his presidency unravelling?
Donald Trump faces growing discontent within his base due to escalating tensions with Iran, rising inflation, and perceived offenses against Christians. A three-time Trump voter expresses regret over unmet promises, signaling potential cracks in his political support as his strategies appear to falter.