Church Fire in Rawalpindi, Pakistan

A Presbyterian church in Rawalpindi, Pakistan caught fire, initially suspected to be arson, but later determined to be a short circuit. The incident raised suspicions due to tensions with a local businessman and the country's repressive stance against Christians.

Pakistan Blasphemy Laws

A court in Pakistan sentenced a Muslim woman to life in prison for burning pages of Islam's holy book. Blasphemy laws in Pakistan can lead to death sentences. The woman denied the charge and has the right to appeal.

Pakistani Court Sentences Individuals for Insulting Prophet Muhammad

A Pakistani court sentenced a 22-year-old student to death and a teenager to life in prison for insulting Islam's Prophet Muhammad. Both denied the charges and have the right to appeal.