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Minaj’s remarks point to a larger issue: Christians are arguably the most persecuted religious group on Earth. From the Middle East—where Christian populations have dwindled from historic levels in Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Jordan—to Africa, their plight often goes unnoticed or ignored.
In the Middle East, Christian communities have faced systematic expulsion and violence over decades, with many cities once predominantly Christian now severed from their roots. The same pattern is emerging across Africa, especially as Nigeria’s Muslim population surpasses 50%, fueling conflict and instability.
The ongoing exodus of Christians from these regions signifies not only religious persecution but also cultural and historical erasure—a loss that resonates globally.