🔥🕊️ ISIS Calls for Global Anti-Christian Campaign in New Propaganda Message

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SPECIAL REPORT

Renewed Threats Against Christians in Africa

In a newly released propaganda video, ISIS has explicitly called for renewed violence against Christians across Africa, demanding that they either pay jizya—a historical Islamic tax levied on non-Muslims—or face attacks. The video marks a disturbing resurgence of religiously motivated rhetoric, aiming to stoke sectarian conflict in regions already grappling with extremist violence. In recent years, ISIS-affiliated factions have escalated attacks in Nigeria, Mozambique, and the Sahel, often targeting Christian communities with brutal precision.

A Call for Attacks in Europe

The propaganda goes beyond Africa, urging Muslims in Europe to carry out attacks against Christians and Western institutions. The messaging echoes previous calls from ISIS during its territorial peak in Syria and Iraq, where it leveraged digital platforms to inspire lone-wolf acts of terrorism across Europe. While major platforms have improved their counter-extremism algorithms, ISIS continues to find ways to distribute its materials through encrypted apps and niche channels.

Strategic Messaging Amid Organizational Decline

Analysts view the release as part of ISIS’s strategic pivot toward ideological warfare following the collapse of its caliphate. By inflaming religious tensions and invoking historical grievances like jizya, ISIS aims to remain relevant and dangerous despite its territorial losses. Security agencies in Africa and Europe have increased monitoring of extremist messaging in light of the new video, warning that even disorganized terrorist groups can inspire deadly violence through propaganda alone.

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REGIONAL THREATS

AFRICA

• BENUE STATE, NIGERIA – Terrorists in Benue State killed 11 Christians and a policeman between August 1 and August 5, 2025, accusing them of cattle rustling in what appears to be a systematic campaign against the Christian community. 

• PLATEAU STATE, NIGERIA – Bandits attacked Suwa and Ding’ak villages in Bokkos LGA, killing a pastor and two others, displacing hundreds of residents in this latest wave of violence. 

MIDDLE EAST & CENTRAL ASIA

• No current updates.

SOUTH & SOUTHEAST ASIA

• CHUXIONG, YUNNAN PROVINCE, CHINA – Several pastors and co-workers from Chuxiong Lingshan Church were arrested in what appears to be part of China’s ongoing crackdown on unregistered Christian house churches. 

• FUYANG, ANHUI PROVINCE, CHINA – Pastor Zhang Sen of Maizhong Reformed Church has been detained; his wife Xu Chao has issued an open letter denouncing the intensifying persecution against Christian leaders. 

LATIN AMERICA & CARIBBEAN

• SAN LUIS POTOSÍ, MEXICO – A cow’s head was left outside the Metropolitan Cathedral in protest of the Church’s stance against a Marilyn Manson concert.

• KINGSTON, JAMAICA – A man was shot dead by security forces after attacking a church with scissors during a police sweep; an AK‑47 was seized and two wanted men arrested.

NORTH AMERICA

• FERRIDAY, LOUISIANA, USA – Firefighters are battling a major blaze at Ferriday Methodist Church; damage assessments are ongoing.

• SALT LAKE CITY, USA – A man is now wanted by law enforcement in Salt Lake City for allegedly threatening both the local police department and a nearby missionary training center; the case is currently under active investigation.

EUROPE

• CHIȘINĂU, MOLDOVA – Two foreign nationals were detained for posting religious posters containing hate messages and suspected electoral interference; one admitted ties to foreign training camps.

• NAPLES, ITALY – Thieves broke into the Church of San Giovanni Battista in Rione Traiano and stole unidentified items.

• CÓRDOBA, SPAIN – A fire broke out at the historic La Mezquita cathedral; swift firefighter action prevented serious damage.

• DOWNPATRICK, NORTHERN IRELAND – A priest was attacked with a bottle during mass and seriously injured; the suspect was later arrested and linked to a separate murder.

• LIMASSOL, CYPRUS – A major fire damaged eight ancient heritage sites including Byzantine churches and medieval structures; authorities are assessing losses.

• UKRAINE – A Russian-linked church operating in Ukraine is facing a potential nationwide ban after resisting efforts to formally sever its organizational ties with the Moscow Patriarchate, amid broader reforms targeting pro-Russian religious influence. 

AUSTRALIA & OCEANIA

• No current updates.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please pray for our brothers and sisters in China who are facing growing persecution under the Chinese Communist Party.

House church leaders like Pastor Zhang Sen and Elder Ma Tao have been detained, and many believers are worshiping in secret under threat of arrest, surveillance, or fines.

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