Underground Church

Underground church leaders detained amid intensified crackdown in China

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Several church leaders are being escorted by police officers during a worship service in Henan province, reflecting the ongoing crackdown on underground religious groups in China.

According to sources within the underground church, at least 20 leaders have been detained since the beginning of October. These arrests are said to target individuals who have been vocal about their beliefs or who have organized gatherings without government approval. The Chinese Communist Party has long viewed unregistered churches as a threat to its … Read more

China church reports increasing arrests amid Christian crackdown

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Authorities in Henan province arrest over 30 congregants during a raid on an underground church service, seizing religious materials amid a crackdown on unregistered Christian gatherings.

This incident is emblematic of a nationwide trend, as similar raids have been reported in other regions, including Zhejiang and Anhui. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has intensified its campaign against religious groups that do not align with state-sanctioned practices. In recent months, officials have implemented stricter regulations, including surveillance measures and increased fines for … Read more