Protecting sacred sites is not just about preserving cultural history, but fostering religious freedom, dialogue, and understanding in...

Grateful to Union Theological Seminary  for hosting a discussion on my book ENDING PERSECUTION at their campus in New York City....

To say that a lot has happened in Washington, DC since January would be an epic understatement. I want to address the freeze  on foreign...

A delegation of Ukrainian pastors plead for continued U.S. support Two hours before the fireworks   in the Oval Office between Ukrainian...

It was an honor to speak at the  Council on Foreign Relations ' Religion and Foreign Policy Workshop about sustaining bipartisan support...

What does religion look like in Syria now? Appreciated joining The Skiff podcast at The Dispatch with Michael Reneau to discuss...

Webinar sponsored by the East-West Center In his recent book, Ending Persecution: Charting the Path to Global Religious Freedom , Knox...

The new regime in Damascus brings questions and opportunities The remarkable downfall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria has liberated...

The collapse of Assad’s regime freed millions of Syrians from his tyranny. However, his overthrow presents significant challenges for...

As the year ends, a few final thoughts for 2024. The return of Donald Trump to the White House and the exit of Bashar al-Assad are...

Those facing persecution need Christians to speak up, working across faith and theological lines for those living in danger everywhere....

Check out this "USIP Explains," where I highlight the power of sacred sites to promote pluralism, lifting up examples of Coventry...

KEY TAKEAWAYS Sacred sites can foster peace and understanding across religious divides by reflecting a history of coexistence. Their...

People worldwide face a maelstrom of hate, violence, and oppression because of their beliefs. They cannot stop the storm alone, but they...

Job seekers often ask for advice, especially graduate students and those hoping to break into the international affairs profession....

See my remarks at the Providence Magazine "Christianity & National Security Conference" held at the Army-Navy Club in Washington, DC.

I enjoyed speaking again on Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson, this time about my new book and why the United States should continue...

Being good is not good enough when millions suffer for their beliefs. We can and should do more to defend freedom of religion or belief...

OAS Permanent Council Special Session on the IACHR Study on the Right to Freedom of Conscience and Religion or Belief in the Americas...

The following post comprises remarks during a panel on “Understanding Religious Freedom: Why Does It Matter?” at the ICLRS 31st Annual...