Afghanistan (MNN) — Taliban insurgents and South Korean negotiators have come to an agreement that allows for the release of the remaining 19 South Korean Christians. However, the agreement could have an impact on missions work in Afghanistan, says the President of Open Doors USA Carl Moeller. “The most troubling aspect of this announcement for us is that there is an apparent commitment by the South Korean government to restrict missionary activity on the part of Christians from South Korea.” According to reports, South Korea has agreed to withdraw its troops and prevent its nationals from doing missionary work there. Moeller is concerned. “Governments may want to use this in future cases as an opportunity to appease the Taliban or other extremist groups, but I can say also clearly that there are always going to be Christians who go where faith costs the most, no matter what the government’s restrictions might be.” Open Doors will continue helping persecuted believers. In fact, your help is needed for Bibles. Go to our website to help.
