Vietnam (MNN) — Representatives from Vietnam were missing from the International Religious Freedom summit in the U.S (February 4–5). Their own government detained them. In a recent conversation with Voice of the Martyrs Canada, Paul Paduhiloa with Voice of the Martyrs Canada told some of the pressures, attacks, and rejection Christians in Vietnam suffer. Yet, he says they endure even death because they believe Jesus is more than anything in this world. Learn more in the full report at mnnonline.org. For now, pray persecutors will be drawn to Christ.

Lebanon (MNN) -- Nearly a third of Lebanon’s population is facing acute food insecurity, the United Nations warns. There are 400,000 new people in crisis since Israeli and Hezbollah clashes intensified last year. Heart for Lebanon’s Camille Melki says groups like Hezbollah use food aid as a political football. By contrast, Heart for Lebanon extends help with no strings attached and that leads to Gospel growth. Find your place in the story!