Top 10 Countries with the Most Martyrs in the World: History and After 2017
There are many stories of martyrs in different countries of the world due to religious, political, and war reasons. People called martyrs are those who are killed in atrocities and violence while remaining steadfast in their faith. These martyrs have set an example of dedication and sacrifice to society by giving their lives. There are places in the world where the number of martyrs has had a great impact on history and the present. Here we are discussing the 10 major countries where the most martyrs have been killed due to religious, political, and ethnic reasons.
1. Sudan
History and number of martyrs :
Sudan has suffered a high death toll from various conflicts and religious persecution since the 1980s. Since 2017, the country has witnessed a surge in religious intolerance and faith-based violence, resulting in the deaths of thousands of Christians and other ethnic minorities.
Numbers : It is estimated that more than 50,000 martyrs have been killed in opposition to the regime since 2017.
background :
The ongoing conflict and religious discrimination in southern Sudan have led to a deadly situation for the religious community there, with the Muslim regime there committing extreme persecution and violence against Christians and other religious minorities.
2. Nigeria
History and number of martyrs :
Nigeria, especially in the Muslim-majority north, has seen a high number of martyrs due to conflicts between Christians and various ethnic groups. Since 2017, Boko Haram and other Muslim extremist groups have killed and martyred thousands of Christians.
Numbers : It is estimated that more than 30,000 people have been martyred since 2017, mainly in Boko Haram attacks.
background :
Religious intolerance and sectarian violence have increased in Nigeria. Groups such as Boko Haram and the Islamic State have caused harm through a lack of religious tolerance and peace.
3. Iraq
History and number of martyrs :
Thousands of Christians and other religious minorities have been killed in Iraq due to war and religious conflict since 2003. In 2017, the terror and persecution of the Islamic State (ISIS) resulted in a large number of martyrs in the country.
Numbers : An estimated 20,000 have been martyred since 2017.
background :
Religious intolerance and the activities of terrorist groups in Iraq have affected people’s lives. ISIS has forced conversions and carried out killings.
4. Syria
History and number of martyrs :
The Syrian civil war has seen a huge increase in the number of martyrs since the 2011 uprising. Christians, various ethnic minorities, and political dissenters have been martyred in this conflict.
Numbers : Estimated to be over 50,000 martyrs since 2017.
background :
The civil war and political instability in Syria have led to an increase in civil and religious persecution. The government and various armed groups have exploited and committed violence against people based on their religion and beliefs.
5. Pakistan
History and number of martyrs :
In Pakistan, Christians and other minorities, in particular, have been victims of religious persecution. Since 2017, there has been an increase in religious violence in Pakistan, particularly against Christians.
Numbers : An estimated 10,000 have been martyred since 2017.
background :
Religious intolerance and social discrimination are rampant in Pakistan’s Muslim-majority society, with the Christian community in particular being targeted, harassed, and killed on arbitrary charges.
6. Afghanistan
History and number of martyrs :
Thousands of innocent civilians and members of religious communities have been martyred in Afghanistan due to the Taliban regime and the war. Since 2017, Christians in particular have been targeted.
Numbers : An estimated 15,000 martyrs have died in regime violence since 2017.
background :
The Taliban government is the main source of religious persecution and atrocities in Afghanistan. The practice of rounding up and killing religious converts or dissenters is widespread.
7. Myanmar
History and number of martyrs :
Members of the Rohingya Muslim and Christian communities in Myanmar have been victims of state persecution. Since 2017, Myanmar’s martyrs have sacrificed in extreme pain.
Numbers : More than 25,000 have been martyred since 2017.
background :
The level of exploitation and oppression of Rohingya Muslims and other religious minority communities in Myanmar has increased, and is considered a violation of human rights.
8. Democratic Republic of the Congo
History and number of martyrs :
Political instability and attacks by militant groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo have led to a surge in the number of martyrs. Since 2017, Christians and other communities have made significant sacrifices.
Number : An estimated 30,000 martyrs.
background :
War and violence in Congo, especially in the eastern region, are taking the lives of Christians and members of other religious groups. The violence is fueled by a lack of tolerance and religious consensus.
9. Saudi Arabia
History and number of martyrs :
Saudi Arabia has been plagued by religious intolerance and the exploitation of Muslim minority communities. Christians there face great pressure and persecution to convert.
Numbers : More than 2,000 have been martyred since 2017.
background :
The Muslim regime in Saudi Arabia has banned the public practice of faith by any non-Muslims and has been committing religious persecution.
10. Egypt
History and number of martyrs :
Coptic Christians in Egypt have been repeatedly targeted by Muslim extremist groups, resulting in harassment and violence.
Numbers : More than 1,500 have been martyred since 2017.
background :
Egypt’s Coptic Christians continue to face intense pressure and violence to convert, and churches here are frequently targeted by bombings.
conclusion
In these 10 countries of the world, the number of martyrs is not only due to religious persecution and violence, but also a result of political instability and war in these countries. The sacrifices of innocent civilians and converts play a large role in this. By honoring the bravery and courage of such martyrs, we need to build a peaceful and tolerant society for all of us.
