As Iran’s Islamic regime is being shaken by military airstrikes from Israel and the United States, the testimony of an Iranian Christian woman is bringing both inspiration and challenge. CBN News recently introduced the story of Maryam Rostampour Keller, a house church leader. In 2009, she was arrested on charges of apostasy, blasphemy, and promoting Christianity, and was imprisoned in Evin Prison, where she later received a death sentence. Despite enduring torture and solit

As the conflict triggered by U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran continues into its fourth week, the Iran-aligned Houthi armed group in Yemen has launched a missile attack targeting Israel, effectively declaring full-scale involvement. On the 28th (local time), the Israeli military confirmed that a missile launched from Yemen was approaching its territory and stated that it activated its air defense system to intercept it. This attack marks the first time the Houthis have tak

A hardline conservative Iranian media outlet has drawn attention by presenting nine preconditions for negotiating an end to the war with the United States. On the 29th (local time), Dr. Ebrahim Karhaney, a former member of Iran’s parliament (Majlis), wrote in an op-ed published in the daily Kayhan that “the end of this war, unlike the ‘12-day war,’ must be based on comprehensive and deterrent preconditions.” Dr. Karhaney emphasized as the top priority condition that “U.S. for

On the 26th (local time), Israel announced that it had carried out an airstrike that eliminated the commander of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, who had been directing the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. According to AFP, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said in a statement that “the Israeli military carried out a precise and deadly operation overnight, eliminating Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the IRGC Navy, along with senior naval commander

As the war between the United States and Israel and Iran enters its 26th day, expectations for ceasefire negotiations are rising, but intense military clashes between the two sides are also continuing. According to foreign media such as Reuters and AP on the 25th (local time), Iran launched missile attacks targeting major Israeli cities the previous night and early that morning. Air raid sirens were issued in Jerusalem and Jericho in the West Bank, and as Israel’s air defense

Open Doors recently shared the story of a female convert from Afghanistan who has continued to keep her faith and carry on ministry despite a series of hardships including exclusion from her family and community, threats of violence, escape, and life as a refugee, and requested prayer. The case of this woman, referred to by the pseudonym “Zaki,” shows the reality faced by women who choose the Christian faith in an extreme religious environment. Zaki grew up in a devout Muslim

The deadline for the "48-hour ultimatum" presented to Iran by U.S. President Donald Trump is one day away. President Trump warned that he would devastate Iran's power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened, while Iran countered that it could launch retaliatory attacks on regional power plants supplying electricity to U.S. military bases. Observations suggest the Middle East situation has effectively reached the threshold of all-out war. (Omitted) At 7:44 PM local time o

“I tried to book a flight to visit my parents in the Philippines for the holiday, but there were repeated cancellations. I barely managed to get a return flight to the Philippines, but I’m worried about whether I’ll be able to return safely to Qatar.” Chris Lumanglas (39), a Filipino working in Qatar, shared the local atmosphere ahead of Eid al-Fitr, the largest holiday in the Islamic world. As the Middle East has effectively entered a state of war due to U.S. and Israeli air

Israel announced on the 21st (local time) that it will intensify its attacks on Iran this week. According to The Times of Israel, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said during a security assessment meeting with military leadership, “The intensity of the attacks carried out by the Israeli and U.S. forces against the Iranian regime and its infrastructure will increase significantly this week.” Minister Katz added, “Israel will continue to lead the offensive against the Irani

As the war that began with U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran enters its fourth week, there is still no clear path to an exit. (omitted) According to AFP on the 21st (local time), the U.S., Israel, and Iran have recently expanded their targets in all directions, becoming increasingly entangled in a longer and more complex “quagmire” of war. Israel has expanded its attacks beyond bombing Iran’s largest gas field, South Pars, and the natural gas refining complex in Asaluyeh in

Iranian authorities have carried out the executions of three men who were arrested earlier this year for participating in anti-government protests. According to Iranian state media on the 19th (local time), the individuals executed that day were accused of killing two police officers with weapons such as knives during a protest on January 8. In addition to murder charges, they were also charged with “moharebeh” (being an enemy of Allah, denying Islam), which is considered one

Reuters reported that Israel, continuing its ground war against Hezbollah, the pro-Iranian militant group in Lebanon, launched an airstrike on the center of the Lebanese capital, Beirut, on the 18th (local time). According to the report, Israeli forces struck the Batsourah district in downtown Beirut on that day. Witnesses reported hearing a loud explosion at the scene after Israeli forces warned residents of the affected buildings to evacuate prior to the airstrike. Israel i

Israel means “to struggle with God and prevail, God reigns.” In 1948, according to God’s covenant word, the Jewish people who had been scattered across the world returned to their ancient land of Canaan and established a nation. The gospel that began when Jesus came to this land 2,000 years ago has been delivered to the nations and is now returning again to the Jewish people. Palestine means “the land of the Philistines” and consists of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. Its o

The Afghan Taliban government has claimed that Pakistan carried out an airstrike on a hospital in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, causing hundreds of casualties. Pakistan has denied the claim, calling it false. According to Reuters on the 17th (local time), the Afghan government stated that around 9 p.m. the previous night, a rehabilitation hospital for drug addicts in Kabul with about 2,000 beds was attacked by a Pakistani airstrike. Afghan government spokesperson Hamdull

" as unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and behold, we live; as punished, and yet not killed; as sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, yet possessing everything." (2 Corinthians 6:9-10) Due to the long war, about 12 million Syrians have become refugees, both inside and outside the country. There has likely never been a nation in history where half of its population became refugees. Although the long-standing dictatorship has fa

As the war between the United States, Israel, and Iran continues, Open Doors recently shared the situation of Iranian Christians and requested prayer. Christians in Iran, though isolated and exposed to danger, are still holding on to hope in their faith. Sahar (pseudonym), a Christian woman from southern Iran, said, “People here need hope. They need to know that there is a Savior. Please continue to pray.” Her testimony reflects the harsh reality of Iran, marked by intense mi

Jordan is a nation of refugees, with 70% of its population of approximately 10 million consisting of refugees who have fled wars in Palestine, Syria, Iraq, and other countries. While 96% of the population is Muslim and 4% is Christian, evangelical Christians make up less than 0.1%. During Ramadan, the Muslims of this land seek faith in Islam. Even those who do not typically practice their faith openly come out to the mosques to pray—from young children to young adults and adu

A bus carrying Indian pilgrims crashed down a mountainside on a road in Nepal’s mountainous region, leaving 7 people dead and 9 injured. According to AP and other sources on the 15th (local time), a small bus carrying around 10 people slipped and rolled down a mountainside on a mountain road in the Gorkha area of Gandaki Province in central Nepal the previous afternoon. In the accident, 7 Indian pilgrims died, and 9 others—including the Nepali bus driver and other Indian pilg

Lebanon is considered one of the most beautiful countries in the Middle East and is often called the Paris of the Middle East and the Alps of the Middle East. In the Bible, it is in the region of Canaan, the land flowing with milk and honey. The Lebanese are descendants of the Canaanites and the Phoenicians, who created the first alphabet. Lebanon is also the land of the cedars used to build Solomon’s temple. Lebanon has the largest number of Christians in the Arab world. In

The pro-Iran armed political group Hezbollah in Lebanon stated on the 13th (local time) that it is prepared to engage in a prolonged war with Israel. According to AFP, Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem said in a televised speech that day, “We have prepared for a long confrontation, and if it is God’s will, they (Israel) will be surprised on the battlefield,” adding that the enemy’s threats do not frighten them. He continued, emphasizing, “This war is not limited or a simple battle