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Global Pastors Unite to Condemn Religious Persecution in South Korea

Global pastors condemn South Korea's religious persecution, citing Shincheonji's Lee Man-hee case, and call for religious freedom.

This news underscores the global stakes in the fight for religious freedom. The detention of Shincheonji's elderly leader and the legal threats to religious corporations in South Korea could set a dangerous precedent, potentially emboldening governments worldwide to target unpopular religious groups. For believers of any faith, this is a warning that religious freedom cannot be taken for granted. The international solidarity shown by pastors from Russia, Zambia, and other nations highlights that religious persecution is a universal concern that transcends borders and denominations. If left unchecked, the erosion of church-state separation in one country could inspire similar actions elsewhere, threatening the rights of all religious communities.