Report

Anti-Christian Incidents January 2026

OIDAC Europe recorded 39 anti-Christian hate crimes during January 2026, including vandalism, desecration, arson, theft and violence against Christian individuals or activities.

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The analysis records 18 vandalism cases, 10 arson-related attacks, five desecrations and four thefts of religious symbols. It also covers violence against a street preacher and the prohibition of a Christian march because of anticipated hostile reactions.

Italy, Germany and France recorded the highest incident totals. Several arson cases involved sacred objects, altars or liturgical books, and one church in Rome had to be evacuated.