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The Global Persecution of Jehovah's Witnesses
This update describes official discrimination against Jehovah’s Witnesses around the world, with a particular focus on countries where members have been imprisoned for…
Additional Name(s):
Jang Moon Seok
Gender:
Male
Perpetrator:
North Korea
Ethnic Group:
Korean
Religion or Belief:
Christian – Protestant…
Feb 4, 2021
As the Biden administration begins to formulate its broader human rights policy, USCIRF highlights several priority countries when it comes to international religious freedom. Condemning and preventing…
Feb 18, 2021
In recent years, northern Iraq has become a battleground for Turkish armed forces and the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK). In June 2020, Turkey escalated their attacks in the region, announcing military…
Mar 17, 2021
USCIRF Commemorates Fifth Anniversary of ISIS Genocide Recognition
Washington, DC – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) today joins religious communities in Iraq and Syria—…
Gender:
Male
Perpetrator:
North Korea
Ethnic Group:
Korean
Religion or Belief:
Christian – Protestant
Reports of Torture…
Gender:
Male
Perpetrator:
North Korea
Ethnic Group:
Korean
Religion or Belief:
Christian – Protestant
Reports of Torture…
Gender:
Male
Perpetrator:
North Korea
Ethnic Group:
Korean
Religion or Belief:
Christian – Protestant
Health Concerns:
Stomach issues…
Gender:
Male
Perpetrator:
North Korea
Ethnic Group:
Korean
Religion or Belief:
Christian – Protestant
Reports of Torture…
Apr 21, 2021
USCIRF Releases 2021 Annual Report with Recommendations for U.S. Policy
No Longer Recommends Three Countries for Special Watch List
Washington, D.C. – The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom…