Christians in Pakistan have been taking to the streets pleading for extra protection following the weekend's double suicide attack.
Pakistani Christians have been out in force and briefly blocked one of Pakistan's major motorways in protest against the recent bombing of an Anglican church. They're calling for better protection after the double suicide bombing, which killed over 80 people and left many more injured.
Islamists linked to the Taliban say they carried out the attack as worshippers left Mass at All Saints in Peshawar on Sunday.
It is thought to be one of the deadliest attacks on the Christian minority in the country.
Christian Charity Us works with communities in Peshawar and has been in touch with clergy there following the incident.
Edgar Ruddock from the organisation tells Premier the Christian minority is being punished for the actions of the West:
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