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47 Orthodox Christians Killed and Homes Burned in Arsi Attack
October 24, 2026
On Oct 24, 2026, at least 47 Orthodox Christians were killed and homes burned during a late-night assault by armed groups and extremists in Shirka Woreda, Arsi Zone, Ethiopia. The attack targeted rural communities, with residents alleging that local security forces refused to intervene without official orders. This incident marks a violent escalation of ongoing persecution against Orthodox Christian communities in the Oromia Region, causing widespread displacement and fear.
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A late-night assault across rural communities in Ethiopia’s Oromia Region leaves dozens dead and communities displaced
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