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1 May 2026
Eritrea
Sources within the country have reported the welcome news of the release of 24 Christians from prison. It is understood that most of the believers have served more than two years, with one having spent over 18 years in detention. This long- term prisoner’s identity was largely unknown outside of Eritrea. This latest release reduces the number of Christians currently detained down to around 200-220.
China
Pastor John Cao, (65), who has been refused permission to leave China following his release from a seven-year prison sentence in March 2024, has been hospitalised in Hunan where he is receiving treatment for late-stage prostate cancer and a spinal tumour. His condition is causing intense pain and severely impacting his mobility. After nine-years apart, he was finally reunited with his wife and family on 26 April, after they were allowed to travel to China to visit him in hospital. Please remember the family at this difficult time.
Southeast Asia
We are really excited by our latest partnership which is providing life-skills/enterprise training for Hmong Christians. This week photos have started to arrive together with messages of thanks from the participants. Please pray that this vocational training will be blessed and lead to financial security and spiritual growth. This is a great example of Kingdom work being done quietly and effectively!
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