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ERITREA – Imprisoned Christian Woman Dies in Prison
On July 23, an Eritrean Christian woman, Azieb Simon, died of malaria in the Wi’a Military Training Center after being imprisoned and tortured for months. According to Compass Direct News, “Simon, a member of the Kale-Hiwet Church in Assab, was weakened by the mistreatment she sustained since her arrest in December, 2006. Authorities reportedly refused to treat her for the disease, which she contracted only a week prior to her death. Other Christians imprisoned in the center are under constant pressure to recant their faith.”
Meanwhile, earlier this month, in the port city of Assab, 32 Christians were imprisoned and taken to Wi'a MilitaryTraining Center. Ask God to fill those who mourn for Azieb with a peace that surpasses understanding in the midst of their grief. Pray for the safety of those still in prison and for their quick release. Pray that Eritrean Christians will remain faithful in the face of pressure to deny Christ.
Voice of the Martyrs : Persecution Watch
On July 23, an Eritrean Christian woman, Azieb Simon, died of malaria in the Wi’a Military Training Center after being imprisoned and tortured for months. According to Compass Direct News, “Simon, a member of the Kale-Hiwet Church in Assab, was weakened by the mistreatment she sustained since her arrest in December, 2006. Authorities reportedly refused to treat her for the disease, which she contracted only a week prior to her death. Other Christians imprisoned in the center are under constant pressure to recant their faith.”
Meanwhile, earlier this month, in the port city of Assab, 32 Christians were imprisoned and taken to Wi'a MilitaryTraining Center. Ask God to fill those who mourn for Azieb with a peace that surpasses understanding in the midst of their grief. Pray for the safety of those still in prison and for their quick release. Pray that Eritrean Christians will remain faithful in the face of pressure to deny Christ.
Voice of the Martyrs : Persecution Watch