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In July, as the terrorist group Islamic State (IS) drove out more than 100,000 Christians in the area of Mosul in just a few days, many became newly aware of Islamic extremism at its worst. In Part I, we shared about Islamic extremist groups in the Middle East. Christians also face extraordinary dangers in both Africa and the Philippines.

Christians working in more than fourteen countries have indicated an increase in terrorist organizations that specifically target Christian populations. In Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya, groups like al-Qaeda and Ansar al-Shariah are known for their violence. In Libya’s capital, Benghazi, Ansar al-Shariah reportedly offered a reward for any Christians who were turned in to them. Seven Coptic Christians living in one suburb of the city were abducted in February 2014 and found executed by their abductors the following morning. Christians throughout the region often face harassment and are threatened for their Christian faith.

Christians living in Egypt face similar threats from the Muslim Brotherhood. In August 2013, forty churches were attacked and set on fire, and at least 250 people were killed in the violence. Christians have had homes and shops looted and burned down.

Read More  Persecution Blog: Christians Face Islamic Extremism – Part 2.