Christians 'effectively forced underground' in Algeria
Luke Randall
Persecution of Christians continues to grow in Algeria, with Christians now effectively forced underground due to pressure on church premises, personnel and resources.
en has previously reported on growing persecution in the African nation, mostly driven by the state. A Voice of Persecuted Christians (formerly Release International) partner has told us about how the situation continues to deteriorate.
Algeria: Authorities close 58 churches
Luke Randall
Christians are being persecuted by authorities in Algeria, with 58 churches having been closed down by the government since 2018, leaving only one open.
In a video at the UK parliament with ADF International, Pastor Youseff shed light on this growing persecution. The pastor, who has previously been sentenced to prison twice since 2008, revealed that there have been almost 60 prison sentences handed to Christians in the country, mostly ranging from two months to five years.