Majed El Shafie was condemned to die in Egypt after converting from Islam to Christianity and now risks his life to aid persecuted individuals.
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Majed El Shafie was condemned to die in Egypt after converting from Islam to Christianity and now risks his life to aid persecuted individuals.
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Majed El Shafie was arrested and tortured in Egypt for converting from Islam to Christianity. Facing a death sentence, he fled to Canada, where he became a human rights advocate. El Shafie now works to protect individuals facing severe persecution. His efforts include a mission to rescue a two-year-old girl in Pakistan who was raped by a Muslim extremist. Directed by Chris Atkins, "Freedom Fighter" runs for 82 minutes.
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Why Watch
- Meet Majed El Shafie, a courageous freedom fighter.
- See the harsh realities of religious persecution in Egypt.
- Find out how one man risks his life for others.
Did You Know
- Majed El Shafie was condemned to death in Egypt for converting to Christianity.
- He was arrested and tortured for his faith before fleeing to Canada.
- El Shafie saved a child in Pakistan who was raped at 2 years old.
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Who is Majed El Shafie?
Majed El Shafie is a former Egyptian who was arrested, tortured, and condemned to die for converting from Islam to Christianity.
What did Majed El Shafie do to help a child in Pakistan?
He put his life on the line to save a child in Pakistan who was raped at 2 years of age by a Muslim extremist.
Who directed the documentary 'Freedom Fighter'?
The documentary 'Freedom Fighter' was directed by Chris Atkins.
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