"I ask Catholics, the West, the international community to help all Christians in prison, victims of the blasphemy laws." According to AsiaNews that was the appeal of Rimsha Masih, a Christian teen suffering from mental problems who was arrested last August for blasphemy, and then cleared.
For weeks, her story occupied Pakistani newspapers and world media, motivating worldwide appeals for action.
Asia News said as a result of the work of the Federal Minister Paul Bhatti, supported by the Muslim community and the government in Islamabad, the story - for the first time - has resulted in a positive outcome.
A few days before the holidays, Asia News reported, Rimsha and family wanted to send "greetings to Pope Benedict XVI and all Christians of the world".
In a plea addressed to all Christians, the West and the international community, Rimsha said, "I ask you to support and assist all Christians ... who are in prison because of the blasphemy laws ... be close to them."
Rimsha said that after a difficult period she is now happy. "This Christmas I thank God for saving me and Jesus Christ for helping me."
She added that wish is to "be able to return to school." Read more
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