Uzbek Arab

Population34K

LanguageUzbeki Arabic

ReligionIslam

Unreached Frontier

0.2%

Evangelicals

Part of the Arab cluster Arab World

Who they are

The Uzbeki Arabs are descendants of ancient Arab migrations to Central Asia, having preserved their ethnic identity over the centuries. Living mainly in rural communities in Uzbekistan and neighboring regions, they combine ancestral traditions with the local culture. Their Sunni Islamic faith strongly shapes daily life, family bonds, and collective honor, keeping the people united around their unique heritage.

Where they live

Countries

34K

World population

Country	Share of the people	Population
Russia Unreached	46.5%	16.000
Tajikistan Unreached	16.6%	5.700
Ukraine Minimally reached	15.4%	5.300
Iran Unreached	14.5%	5.000
Uzbekistan Unreached	3.5%	1.200
Kazakhstan Unreached	2%	700
Kyrgyzstan Minimally reached	1.5%	500

Religions of the unreached

Islam90%

Non-Religious10%

Gospel progress among the unreached

Christians (all traditions)2%

Evangelicals0.2%

What to pray for

Intercede for this people

For the opening of hearts within Uzbeki Arab families to the good news of the gospel.

For biblical resources and audio materials accessible in the heart language of this community.

For the courageous and persevering witness of the few followers of Jesus in the region.

For the emergence of local Christian communities that demonstrate the love of Christ within their own culture.

Pray for Uzbek Arab

Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.

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