The widow continues to suffer in spite of acquittal.
Tag: ‘blasphemy’
Pakistan Christian couple granted bail in landmark blasphemy decision
A Pakistani court has granted bail to a Christian couple accused of blasphemy, citing insufficient evidence. A rights group has called it a...
Blasphemy claims fan aggression towards Pakistani Christians
Pakistan's Christian community has been left fearing for their safety after three claims of blasphemy within a month saw crowds of Muslim protesters...
Christian Widow Accused of Blasphemy Released on Bail
A court in Pakistan on Saturday (May 13) released on bail a Christian woman charged under a blasphemy statute that calls for life in prison, her...
Blasphemy Law in Indonesia Faces Criticism as Cases Grow
Charges based on fatwas and mob pressure, rights advocates say.
Christian in Pakistan loses job, home after false blasphemy charge
Acquittal after a false blasphemy charge has not kept a Christian widow in Pakistan from being driven from her job and village amid threats.
Supreme Court of Pakistan Grants Bail in Blasphemy Case
A two-member bench of the Supreme Court of Pakistan on Tuesday granted bail to a Christian in a blasphemy case, with one of the justices expressing...
Fears for Christians as Pakistan moves to tighten blasphemy laws
A Bill passed by the National Assembly of Pakistan earlier this month has led to increased fears for the country's persecuted Christian minority.
Christian charged with blasphemy under Pakistan’s terrorism law
Move is 'illegal and illogical,' attorney says.