persecution
Believer Assaulted in Bangladesh
By commsmanager at International Christian Concern
· June 18, 2026
· 2 min read
“Arif Salam,” 55, is a bicycle mechanic, husband, and father. He is also an independent preacher, openly sharing the gospel in his predominantly Muslim country, Bangladesh. During the afternoon of June 5, Salam heard knocking on his door. A group of men questioned him about why he did not perform Na
Key takeaway During the afternoon of June 5, Salam heard knocking on his door.
Why this matters
The assault on Arif Salam, a Christian preacher in Bangladesh, highlights the growing threat to religious minorities in the country. Since the rise of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, Islamist political groups like Jamaat-e-Islami have increased their influence, leading to a surge in attacks on Christians. The fact that Salam was targeted for not performing daily ritual prayers and for sharing the gospel underscores the deep-seated intolerance towards Christians in some segments of Bangladeshi society. The response of Christian Solidarity Worldwide, which provided medical care and support to Salam's family, demonstrates the importance of faith-based organizations in providing aid to persecuted Christians. As Bangladesh ranks 33rd on the list of most dangerous places to be a Christian, the international community must pay closer attention to the plight of religious minorities in the country and hold the government accountable for protecting their rights.
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Category: persecution ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: International Christian Concern ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? “Arif Salam,” 55, is a bicycle mechanic, husband, and father. He is also an independent preacher, openly sharing the gospel in his predominantly Muslim country, Bangladesh. During the afternoon of June 5, Salam heard knocking on his door. A group of men questioned him about why he did not perform Na
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