#  Christians and Yezidis in the Middle East to benefit from White House directive 

 





October 26, 2017

 

 

> Last night President Trump ordered the State Department to cease funding ineffective relief efforts at the UN for Christians and religious minorities in the Middle East. Effective yesterday, America will provide direct support to persecuted communities through USAID. Further, the U.S. will work closely with faith-based groups and private organizations to help those persecuted for their faith.

Source: *[Christians and Yezidis in the Middle East to benefit from White House directive](http://religionnews.com/2017/10/26/christians-and-yezidis-in-the-middle-east-to-benefit-from-white-house-directive/)*



 

 

 



 

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