Summary
A report from the Christian charity Open Doors reveals that Christian persecution is at a high level worldwide, with Nigeria being the most dangerous country for Christians. The report indicates that one in seven Christians globally faces high levels of persecution. President Trump and the U.S. government have expressed concerns about the ongoing violence against Christians, especially in Nigeria.
Key Facts
- Open Doors reports an "all-time high" in Christian persecution globally.
- In 2026, over 388 million Christians experienced high persecution, up 8 million from the previous year.
- Nigeria is identified as the "global epicenter" of deadly violence against Christians.
- The U.S. Department of State has taken a stance supporting action against the killing of Christians.
- The Nigerian government acknowledges Christian deaths but claims violence affects multiple faith groups.
- In the World Watch List 2026, Nigeria accounted for 3,490 of the 4,849 Christians killed worldwide.
- Open Doors' data comes from various sources, but Newsweek could not independently verify these figures.
- Other reports similarly point to high levels of Christian persecution in Nigeria and other countries.
