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IranWorld Watch List prayer profiles
Leader: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei At least 85 Christians were arrested during 2009; many reported mistreatment in prison. Most were later released but remain under surveillance, and court cases are still pending. As a result, there is great fear among Christians. The growth in the number of believers from a Muslim background has led to some churches being closed and many church services are monitored by the secret police. Christians have reported physical abuse, harassment and discrimination because of their faith. Pray
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