More than 50 more have been cleared for release, but face persecution in their home countries and are still incarcerated.

There cannot, however, be a limit on the acceptance of those facing persecution.

It took them in when they faced persecution elsewhere.

He argued that he faced persecution if he returned.

During the early years of their existence the party's membership faced persecution and arrest for their political activities.

This was a deal forged under the looming threat of persecution.

Nevertheless, there were religious dissenters who lived their faith in spite of the threat of persecution.

Due to the threat of persecution the church at first met in private houses.

They do not fear for themselves and for their own safety, but are troubled that the national believers live in fear with the constant threat of persecution.