Iran Christians Face Uncertain Future

6/15/2026   (Open Doors)

Even with a new peace agreement, the war has left scars. In many ways, the fighting has worsened conditions for believers. Iranian prisoners have reported deteriorating conditions due to the bombings — reports from one notorious prison found that food and medical distribution mostly stopped.  In fact, during the ceasefire period of the last several weeks, pressure on Iran’s underground Christian community has intensified. The Iranian regime has sought to exert control via an internet blackout, which had been in place since the start of the war. The blackout has begun to recede, and many Iranians are cautiously re-entering the digital world. The current reality is that there are many Christians in Iran who are under arrest, imprisoned, isolated and living under constant risk. The war hasn’t changed the reality that following Jesus is dangerous for Iranians — the regime is still in power, and no one is certain what the future will bring.

Please pray…

• Pray for protection, courage and endurance for Christians in Iran who face persecution, imprisonment and threats because of their faith.

• Pray for prisoners who are suffering in solitary confinement and difficult conditions, that they would experience God’s peace, strength and presence in the darkest moments.

• Pray that fear and oppression in Iran would not silence the church, but that believers would continue to stand firm in faith and share the hope of Christ with boldness and wisdom.