Eighty-eight people have since been detained and accused of participating in the riots. Islamic groups, however, are refusing to file a bail petition, insisting that they be unconditionally released. As part of their Friday prayers, Muslim leaders spoke to approximately 3000 Muslims at the Markazi Jamia Masjid (mosque). They urged local Muslims to unite for the honour and integrity of Islam and to eliminate all Christians. They also insisted on the public hanging of Yousaf Masih and claimed that Christians had set fire to their own buildings. Several Christians have been threatened and many remained hidden in their homes for their safety.
Pray earnestly for the protection of God's people in Sangla Hill. Pray that the false accusations and threats of the Muslim leaders will be silenced. Ask the God of Justice to provide truth and equity in the legal proceedings that surround this case. Pray that every believer will stand firm in Christ, regardless of the threats and false accusations.
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