Source: Open Doors, January 2026
The World Watch List is Open Doors’ annual ranking of the 50 countries where Christians face the most extreme persecution. Explore each country profile and download the data and stories for in-depth information about following Jesus in the most dangerous places. You’ll learn more about Christian persecution and discover how to stand with your brothers and sisters in prayer and action.
Watch the video below or read about the trends, some of them encouraging. You can find many related resources on the Open Doors website.
You might also appreciate an article about the report, The 50 Countries Where It’s Most Dangerous to Be a Christian in 2026 (Christianity Today).