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DR Congo: Christians Targeted by Islamic Terrorists

Islamic militants in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have reportedly killed more than 80 Christians during several recent armed assaults in the northeastern region of the country. The deadliest incident is believed to have claimed the lives of an estimated 60 believers, whom the attackers referred to as "Christian combatants."

The Islamic State Central Africa Province claims to have killed nearly 1,000 Christians in northeastern DRC since December 2024.

In this episode of Closer to the Fire, host Greg Musselman speaks with Dr. David Kasali, the founder of Congo Initiative – a Christ-centred educational institution that seeks to bring spiritual transformation to the country. Dr. Kasali shares insight into the recent violence, as well as the broader challenges facing followers of Jesus in this region of the DRC.

Date: June 2026
Length: 42 minutes

Episode Notes:
Congo Initiative: CongoInitiative.org
Pray for the Democratic Republic of the Congo: VOMCanada.com/drc.htm
Voice of the Martyrs Canada: VOMCanada.com