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119-sres-327119th Congress

A resolution condemning the persecution of Christians in Muslim-majority countries and encouraging the President to prioritize the protection of persecuted Christians in United States foreign policy.

Sponsored By: Senator Hawley, Josh [R-MO]

Introduced

Summary

This resolution would push the United States to prioritize the protection of persecuted Christians in Muslim-majority countries. It urges the President to use diplomacy, trade, and national security discussions to press for their safety and for regional stability.

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  • Persecuted Christians and their families worldwide would receive higher diplomatic attention, citing Open Doors' World Watch List 2025 that more than 380 million Christians face high levels of persecution.
  • It would encourage the President to make their protection a priority in diplomatic engagement with Muslim-majority countries and in efforts to stabilize the Middle East, and to use trade and security talks as leverage.
  • The resolution singles out severe abuses and restrictions in many places, including Nigeria, Sahel countries, Egypt, Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan, Libya, Yemen, Syria, Turkey, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, and Turkmenistan.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Hawley, Josh [R-MO]

MO • R

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]

    OK • R

    Sponsored 9/2/2025

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