A Christian awaits a verdict in a blasphemy case that could result in death.
Ishtiaq Saleem, 34, of Islamabad, Pakistan, was arrested in November 2022 for allegedly sharing on social media images deemed insulting to Muhammad, Christian Daily International-Morning Star News reported, referencing a statement from Alliance Defending Freedom International.
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Saleem is charged under Section 295-C of Pakistan’s blasphemy laws, which mandates a death sentence.
Though his trial has ended, the verdict is delayed until the conclusion of the trial of a Muslim accused in the same case, Christian Daily-Morning Star stated.
Saleem denies having produced or shared the content in question, and ADF International is supporting his defense.
“In its statement, ADF International also raised concerns about the integrity of the prosecution, pointing to alleged links between the lead prosecutor and a ‘blasphemy business group,’ a network accused of fabricating allegations to entrap individuals for blackmail and extortion,” Christian Daily-Morning Star reported.
World Watch
Pakistan is No. 8 on Open Doors’ 2026 World Watch List of the 50 places most difficult to be a Christian.
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