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Weekly News Brief: 11/8/23
The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.
Iran-Backed Militias Launch New Weapon
Several Iran-backed militias known as the “Islamic Resistance in Iraq” have launched a “medium-range missile” to strike against U.S. troops on bases around Iraq and Syria, Worthy News learned Tuesday.
US and NATO To Suspend Cold War Arms Treaty
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) criticized Russia’s withdrawal from the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe and reciprocated by indicating their intention to suspend the treaty as well.
Hamas leader meets with Iranian Ayatollah in Tehran
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khameini met with Ismail Haniyeh, leader of the Hamas Palestinian terror group in Tehran in recent days, Reuters reports.
Latest World News Headlines
Russia tests Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile from new strategic nuclear submarine – November 6, 2023
World’s Largest Biometric Digital ID System Hacked Affecting Nearly 10% of the World’s Population – November 6, 2023
Militia Attacks Against U.S. Bases in Iraq and Syria Risk a Direct U.S.-Iranian Conflict – November 6, 2023
Taliban’s Fake Nonprofits Scam Millions in U.S. Aid Post-Afghanistan Withdrawal – November 6, 2023
Philippines President Condemns Killing Radio Anchor – November 6, 2023
Hungary’s President In Israel Shocked About Plight Hostages – November 6, 2023
Global Anti-Israel Protests Amid Mounting Antisemitism – November 5, 2023
Feeling Forgotten, Ukraine’s President Ponders Israel Trip As Ukrainian Death Toll Mounts – November 5, 2023
Hostage Crisis Ends At Germany’s Hamburg Airport (Worthy News Radio) – November 5, 2023
Gunman Drives Vehicle Into German Hamburg Airport Tarmac; All Flights Canceled (Update) – November 4, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Large numbers of French and US Jews now considering immigration to Israel
There has been a huge spike in the numbers of Jews in the US and in France who are considering moving to Israel since the worldwide increase in antisemitic attacks that followed the Oct. 7 massacre of Israeli civilians by Hamas, and Israel’s response in Gaza, the Jerusalem Post reports.
‘Hamas Terrorists Targeted, Secondary Explosions Recorded’
Israel said Tuesday that the Israeli Air Force and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Nahal’s brigade attacked some “10 Hamas terrorists” in a building near Al-Quds Hospital in Gaza from where they planned “an assault” on the IDF.
Thousands Evacuate Gaza Supported by Israel
Thousands of civilians fled Northern Gaza through a corridor established by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), footage obtained by Worthy News showed Tuesday.
Latest Israel News Headlines
UN Chief: ‘Gaza Graveyard For Children’ As Israel Kills Hamas Commander – November 6, 2023
U.S. Plans $320 Million Precision Munitions to Israel – November 6, 2023
Israel likely to control Gaza after war with Hamas, official says – November 6, 2023
Israel Offers Escape For North Gaza Citizens, But Fighting Continues – November 5, 2023
Israel Facing Multiple Attacks From Gaza, Lebanon As Hamas Fighters Try To Flee – November 4, 2023
Israel Admits Hitting Ambulance, 15 Killed – November 4, 2023
Blinken Tells Israel That War Should Lead To Two-State Solution – November 3, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
FCC’s Carr Calls Biden Plan ‘Power Grab’ Of Internet
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioner Brendan Carr has called President Joe Biden’s “digital equity plan” for all internet services an unprecedented “government power grab.”
New US House Speaker Installs Anti-Porn Software On Son’s Devices
The newly elected Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives has defended his decision to install porn-monitoring software on the devices of his teenage son.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
California: Death of Jewish man at anti-Israel rally was a “homicide,” Medical Examiner says – November 7, 2023
Former US President Trump Clashes With Judge – November 6, 2023
Pro-Palestinian Protesters Block Road at Port of Tacoma as Military Cargo Ship Docks (Video) – November 6, 2023
Major Legal Victory for Christian Wedding Photographer Who Refused to Participate in Same-Sex Marriage Celebration – November 6, 2023
GOP States Sue Feds to Block Mail Order Abortion Pills – November 6, 2023
U.S. Navy Flexing Its Muscles in the Red Sea – November 5, 2023
Thousands March In Biggest Anti-Israel Protests In U.S. History (Video) – November 5, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Nepal: Pastor must serve one year in prison for alleged proselytization, Supreme Court says
The Supreme Court of Nepal has told a Christian pastor he must serve a one-year prison term he was sentenced to earlier this year for alleged proselytization against Hindus, Christian Today reports.
Nigeria: Terrorists attack Christian village in Kaduna state
Suspected Fulani terrorists in Nigeria’s Kaduna state killed a Christian and kidnapped 25 others during a night raid on a predominantly Christian village last week, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Sudan: Buildings belonging to Christians shelled in ongoing conflict – November 7, 2023
China: Police and government officials raid Church graduation ceremony and arrest Christians – November 6, 2023
Millions Pray For Persecuted Church Amid Global Crackdown – November 5, 2023
Cuba Threatens, Detains Protestant Pastors, Group Says – November 3, 2023
India: Three Christians detained on anti-conversion charges in Uttar Pradesh state – November 1, 2023
Egypt:Islamic extremists burn down home of Christian man – November 1, 2023
Nigeria: 16 Christians slaughtered by Islamic terrorists in Benue state – November 1, 2023
Weekly News Brief: 11/2/23
US and China to hold long-awaited talks on nuclear arms control
For the first time since talks held with the Obama administration, China will next week hold “consultations” on nuclear arms control and non-proliferation, Reuters reports. China made the announcement Monday after Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Washington, Reuters reports. The talks are understood to be taking place in the coming days.
Taiwan detects 43 Chinese warplanes around island
China sent 43 warplanes and seven naval vessels near the island of Taiwan in a 24-hour period, the Tawainese Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.
US, Mideast Expecting More Iranian Cyberattacks
The United States is preparing for massive Iranian cyberattacks in retaliation for supporting Israel in its war against Hamas, several sources say.
Latest World News Headlines
Iran set to become new Chair of UN Human Rights Council, “it is unimaginable” – November 1, 2023
Ukraine Says Several Die in Russian Attacks Amid Worries Over New Weapon (Worthy News Radio) – November 1, 2023
McDonald’s Attacked With Rats By Suspected Hamas Supporters – October 31, 2023
Israel Reassessing Ties With Turkey After Being Called ‘War Criminal’ – October 31, 2023
Yemen’s Houthis Declare War Against Israel After Missile Strike – October 31, 2023
US Compares Anti-Jewish Attacks In Russia To Pogroms (Worthy News In-Depth) – October 31, 2023
UK Home Secretary describes Pro-Palestinian protests as “hate marches” – October 31, 2023
Breaking Israel News
IDF: Troops breach Hamas defenses, approach Gaza City; anti-tank missile chief slain
Military officials declared Wednesday that Israeli forces had breached Hamas’s first line of defense and were approaching Gaza City, saying the deaths of 16 soldiers this week in and near Gaza were a “heavy price.”
Hamas Official Pledges To Destroy Israel (Video)
A senior Hamas official has warned that his fighters will repeat the October 7 massacres in Israel until the Jewish nation is annihilated.
Death Toll Israeli Forces Killed In War Approaching 330; Prime Minister Mourning
Israel’s military said Wednesday that 11 troops died in ground fighting in the Gaza Strip, taking the number of Israeli military killed since October 7 to at least 326.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Hamas Says: ‘Tunnels for Us, Not For Civilians’ – October 31, 2023
Israel Confirms It Struck Refugee Camp, Killing Hamas Commander – October 31, 2023
Gantz tells Arab Israelis: “You are an inseparable part of Israeli society” – October 31, 2023
Israel agrees to allow 100 trucks of humanitarian aid to enter Gaza every day – October 31, 2023
Israel’s Netanyahu rejects cease-fire, says it’s ‘time for war’ against Hamas – October 31, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
US House overwhelmingly approves bill sanctioning foreign supporters of Hamas
The US House of Representatives on Wednesday overwhelmingly approved a bipartisan bill to sanction foreign supporters of the Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist movements, the Jerusalem Post reports. The bill now heads to the Senate for approval.
House Republicans have introduced a bill that would prevent the Biden administration from implementing a proposed rule requiring foster care agencies to place LGBTQ children only with families who specifically affirm their stated gender identities, thus excluding religious families who oppose gay and gender ideology, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Americans Refusing To Sign Help ‘Hamas Free Palestine’ Petition After Reading Conditions – November 2, 2023
GOP Senators: Biden’s border policies create ‘increased threat’ of terrorist attack – November 2, 2023
US Fed holds interest rates steady at 22-year high – November 1, 2023
FBI director warns of ‘historic’ antisemitism levels – October 31, 2023
FBI Director: Hamas presents the most significant domestic terrorist threat in the US since ISIS (Video) – October 31, 2023
Republicans set deadline for answers on terrorists coming through southern border – October 31, 2023
Senate Democrats press Biden administration to cover over-the-counter birth control – October 31, 2023
Breaking Christian News
India: Three Christians detained on anti-conversion charges in Uttar Pradesh state
Three Christian men in India’s Uttar Pradesh state were imprisoned last week on false charges of forcibly converting Hindus to Christianity, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Egypt:Islamic extremists burn down home of Christian man
Islamic extremists in Upper Egypt set fire to the home of a Christian man on the incorrect notion that he was starting a house-church there, Barnabas Fund reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Nigeria: 16 Christians slaughtered by Islamic terrorists in Benue state – November 1, 2023
Nigeria: Evangelical Christian doctor murdered in Nasarawa state – October 30, 2023
Evangelical Mike Johnson ‘Raised Up’ as House Speaker – October 28, 2023
We Are Really in a Move of God: Free Chapel Revival Services Extended Through Sunday – October 26, 2023
North Carolina: Thousands are saved and healed in Mario Murillo tent crusade in Winston-Salem – October 26, 2023
Church of England prayers of blessing for same-sex couples may not be in use until 2025 – October 26, 2023
Nigeria: Christian chemistry student abducted by Muslim group seeking her forced conversion to Islam – October 26, 2023
Weekly News Brief: 10/25/23
Britain To Expel Foreign Nationals Over anti-Semitic Behavior
Britain’s government has warned four foreign nationals that they face having their visas revoked for anti-Semitic behavior following the Hamas terror attack on Israel, Britain’s The Telegraph newspaper reported Wednesday.
Iran facilitated drone/rocket attacks on US bases in Mideast last week
The Biden administration announced Monday that Iran actively facilitated a number of rocket and drone attacks by Iranian-backed proxy groups on US military bases in Iraq and Syria in the last week, Reuters reports.
Chinese digital currency used for first time in cross-border oil transaction
The digital yuan was used for the first time to finalize a cross-border oil deal when, on October 19, PetroChina International bought 1 million barrels of crude from an undisclosed seller using only the Chinese central bank digital currency (CBDC), Coin Telegraph reports.
Latest World News Headlines
Macron proposes anti-Islamic State coalition fights Hamas – October 24, 2023
US Plans To Evacuate Hundreds Of Thousands Americans From Mideast – October 24, 2023
Iran facilitated drone/rocket attacks on US bases in Mideast last week – October 24, 2023
Czech Priest Regrets Smashing Halloween Pumpkins But Condemns ‘Satanic Feast’ – October 24, 2023
Major cyber attack could result in global losses of $3.5 trillion, report – October 24, 2023
Pentagon outlines multiple Chinese attack plans for Taiwan – October 23, 2023
Pakistan Tests Nuclear-Capable Missile As World Faces Nuclear Turmoil – October 23, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Israel Foreign Minister Condemns UN Secretary-General
Israel’s foreign minister condemned United Nations Secretary-General General Antonio Guterres for suggesting that a recent massacre against Israel was linked to Palestinians being “subjected to 56 years of suffocating occupation.”
Israel Warplanes Hit Syrian Army
Israeli warplanes struck Syrian military infrastructure early Wednesday in retaliation for rockets launched from Syria toward Israel, military officials said.
US has delivered 1,000 tons of armaments to Israel since Oct.7 Hamas attack
Continuing its supply of military aid to Israel in its ongoing war against the Hamas Palestinian terror group, the US sent its 45th cargo plane of armaments to southern Israel’s Ramon airport at the weekend, All Israel News (AIN) reports.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Israel Army Reveals Graphic ‘Black Sabbath’ Footage Amid Antisemitism (Video) – October 23, 2023
Red Cross Says Two More Hostages Freed By Hamas – October 23, 2023
IDF uses new “Iron Sting” precision-guided mortar bomb to strike Hamas terror targets – October 23, 2023
‘Hundreds Killed’ As Israel Hits Hamas Infrastructure – October 23, 2023
US Concerned About Mideast Escalation Amid Pending Israeli Offensive (Videos) – October 22, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
US Gov’t Memo Warns of Potential Terrorist Influx of Hamas, Hezbollah Across Southern Border
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is warning of potential Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists entering the U.S. through the southern border.
Nearly 303,000 people illegally entered US through southwest border in September
Nearly 303,000 people illegally entered the U.S. through the southwest border in September, according to newly released U.S. Customs and Border Protection data and gotaway data first reported by The Center Square.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
U.S. posts $1.7 trillion deficit despite warnings about unsustainable fiscal path – October 23, 2023
736 known or suspected terrorists apprehended at U.S. border in fiscal 2023 – October 23, 2023
Violent crime is falling nationally, but not in pro-criminal California – October 23, 2023
US antisemitic crimes increased by 36% between 2021-2022, report shows – October 23, 2023
US budget gap soars to $1.7 trillion, largest outside COVID era – October 22, 2023
President Detroit Synagogue Killed; Investigation Ongoing – October 22, 2023
Republican Jim Jordan Loses Vote For US House Speaker – October 20, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Myanmar: 29 Christians, including children, killed in air strike
As Myanmar continues to reel under the violent conflict instigated by the Buddhist Burmese army at least 29 Christians, including children, were killed in an air strike on a camp for internally displaced people (IDPs) in Kachin state earlier this month, the Open Doors international Christian aid group reports.
Persecuted Christians Increasingly Denied Asylum in U.S.
As thousands of immigrants cross the United States’ southern border illegally every week, a recent report by two global Christian relief organizations has found that the U.S. has reduced the resettlement of Christians fleeing global persecution by 70% compared to 2016.
Latest Christian News Headlines
India: 18 more pastors arrested in Uttar Pradesh state – October 19, 2023
India: Christians face intensified persecution, imprisonment – October 17, 2023
Indonesia: Permit for Christian school withdrawn following pressure from Islamic groups – October 16, 2023
11 Church of England Bishops Reject Denominational Blessings for Same-Sex Couples – October 16, 2023
India: Radical Hindus attack, hospitalize Christians in Chhattisgarh state – October 16, 2023
Texas church reports “record-breaking” number of baptisms this year – October 12, 2023
Nigeria: Jihadists continue onslaught against Christians in Kaduna state, 30 abductions in one attack – October 12, 2023
Weekly News Brief: 10/18/23
Jordan, Egypt Don’t Accept Gaza Refugees; 1 Million Face Uncertainty
Hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians faced an uncertain future Wednesday in wartorn Gaza after Jordan’s king Jordan told them they weren’t welcome in Jordan or Egypt.
The Hamas war against Israel is slated to be given a potent shot in the arm if the U.S. and its European allies allow U.N. sanctions to be lifted on Iran’s capability to purchase and supply missiles to enemies of the U.S. and Israel, according to experts on Tehran.
Protesters Storm Israeli Embassy In Jordan; Fires Seen
Protesters have stormed the Israeli Embassy in Jordan’s capital, Amman, as violence broke out throughout the Middle East, and witnesses said they attempted to torch the building.
Latest World News Headlines
Jordanian King says Mideast on brink of “abyss” but Gazan refugees cannot flee to Jordan – October 17, 2023
UNSC rejects Russian resolution on Israel-Hamas war which does not condemn Hamas – October 17, 2023
Belgian Police Kill Suspected Islamist Gunman; ‘Attack Possible Linked To Gaza Conflict’ – October 17, 2023
Iran can’t access $6 billion from hostage deal, Biden official tells Dems – October 16, 2023
Man Shouting “Allahu Akbar” Kills Two In Brussels – October 16, 2023
Poland Opposition Claims Victory In Elections – October 16, 2023
Iran: US ‘can NOT renege’ on deal to transfer $6 billion through Qatar for hostages – October 15, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Lebanon Rockets Target Israel As Frontlines Spread
With sirens wailing in northern Israel, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) said Wednesday that “nine rocket launches from Lebanon” were detected.
US, Israel Agree On Limited “Life-Saving” Aid To Gaza
U.S. President Joe Biden said Wednesday that Israel had agreed to let “life-saving” humanitarian aid into Gaza, but the Jewish nation’s government made clear it was limited in scope and would be allowed only to enter from Egypt.
Latest Israel News Headlines
IDF says Hamas terrorists may be hiding in Israel’s Negev desert – October 18, 2023
PA to give families of Hamas terrorists nearly $3 million in “pay for slay” scheme – October 18, 2023
US President Joe Biden Praises Israel’s Bravery And Blames Militants For Hospital Massacre – October 18, 2023
Israel Prepares for Biden’s Arrival as the War with Hamas Continues – October 17, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
US Defense Department to pay $1.8 in settlement of vaccine mandate cases
A Florida District Court has ordered the US Defense Department to pay $1.8 million in legal fees as settlement for two lawsuits that challenged a former requirement that all American troops be vaccinated against COVID-19, Military.com reports.
Jordan fails to win House speakership in second round of voting
Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, failed in the second round of voting in the House speaker election on the House floor Wednesday.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Republicans Fail to Elect Jim Jordan as House Speaker on First Ballot – October 17, 2023
House drafts bill to strike Iran proxies amid Israel-Hamas war – October 17, 2023
Trump is appealing gag order in 2020 election interference case – October 17, 2023
Israel war: Sixty-three Democrats demand Biden take stronger stance against Iran – October 17, 2023
U.S. selects roughly 2,000 troops for potential deployment to support Israel – October 16, 2023
Prior to recent attack on Israel, antisemitic incidents in US at historic levels – October 16, 2023
Biden to Push Israel, Ukraine Aid Package Well Over $2 Billion This Week – October 16, 2023
Breaking Christian News
India: Christians face intensified persecution, imprisonment
The International Christian Concern (ICC) aid organization reports that Christians in India’s Uttar Pradesh state are on high alert; emboldened by upcoming state elections, radicalized Hindus have intensified their attacks on believers, imprisoning a greater number of them.
Jordan, Egypt Don’t Accept Gaza Refugees; 1 Million Face Uncertainty
Hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians faced an uncertain future Wednesday in wartorn Gaza after Jordan’s king Jordan told them they weren’t welcome in Jordan or Egypt.
Indonesia: Permit for Christian school withdrawn following pressure from Islamic groups
A Christian in school in South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, has been told its permit will be withdrawn following pressure applied on local officials by Muslims, including members of the banned Islamic Defenders Front (IDF), Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
11 Church of England Bishops Reject Denominational Blessings for Same-Sex Couples – October 16, 2023
India: Radical Hindus attack, hospitalize Christians in Chhattisgarh state – October 16, 2023
Texas church reports “record-breaking” number of baptisms this year – October 12, 2023
Nigeria: Jihadists continue onslaught against Christians in Kaduna state, 30 abductions in one attack – October 12, 2023
Nepal: Pastor to spend year in jail for allegedly converting Hindus to Christianity – October 11, 2023
US Christian anti-trafficking ministry has rescued more than 40,000 women and children from sexual predators – October 11, 2023
Chinese government continues crackdown on Christianity – October 10, 2023
*Israel is at war!!* Weekly News Brief: 10/11/23
European Union reverses earlier announcement that it was suspending development aid to Palestinians
The European Union late Monday reversed an earlier announcement by an EU commissioner that the bloc was “immediately” suspending development aid for Palestinian authorities and instead said it would urgently review such assistance in the wake of the attacks on Israel by Hamas to make sure no money was misused.
IMF outlook worsens for a ‘limping’ world economy. Mideast war poses new uncertainty
The world economy has lost momentum from the impact of higher interest rates, the invasion of Ukraine and widening geopolitical rifts, and it now faces new uncertainty from the war between Israel and Hamas militants, the International Monetary Fund warned Tuesday.
U.S. demands condemnation of Hamas at U.N. meeting, but Security Council takes no immediate action
The U.N. Security Council held an emergency meeting behind closed doors Sunday, with the United States demanding all 15 members strongly condemn “these heinous terrorist attacks committed by Hamas,” but they took no immediate action.
Latest World News Headlines
UK Home Secretary calls for crackdown on public support for Hamas’ terrorism against Israel – October 9, 2023
Dutch Fishermen’s Town Prays For Israel; Lighthouse Lit For Jewish Nation – October 9, 2023
Denmark, Ireland, and Luxembourg refused to describe Hamas as “terrorists” in an EU statement condemning attack on Israel, diplomatic source says – October 9, 2023
100 Killed In Syria Drone Strike – October 8, 2023
Poland, Hungary Block EU Migration Statement at Summit (Worthy News Radio) – October 8, 2023
War torn Ukraine Supports Israel, Russia Muted In Its Response After Attacks Kill Hundreds – October 8, 2023
More Russian Strikes as Ukraine Region Mourns Scores Killed (Worthy News Radio) – October 8, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Israel Walks Back From Hostile Aircraft Warning; No Casualties Reported
Israel on Wednesday walked back from a warning that many “hostile aircraft” had entered the Jewish nation’s airspace from Lebanon, but rockets landed elsewhere. Alert systems showed several red warnings in northern Israel while sirens sounded in every town.
Israel Forms War Cabinet As Death Toll Rises To 1,200
Israel formed a rare emergency government with opposition members to see the Jewish nation through its war with Hamas as the death toll of those killed by the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Israel rose to 1,200.
Latest Israel News Headlines
US does not intend to send ground troops to help Israel fight Hamas – October 11, 2023
Netanyahu and Gantz form emergency unity government – October 11, 2023
Israel instructs Gaza Palestinians on where to shelter from IDF counter-attack – October 11, 2023
Moscow sees ‘high risk’ of 3rd party opening front against Israel amid war on Hamas – October 10, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
House GOP report: ‘More than 99% of illegal aliens released’ by Biden administration remain in U.S.
More than 99% of illegal immigrants released by the Biden Administration from the border between Jan 20, 2021 and Mar 31, 2023 remain in the United States, according to a report released on Monday by Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee.
RFK Jr. declares independent 2024 presidential run, raises millions more
Robert F. Kennedy Jr, an environmental lawyer, anti-vaccine activist and son of the former senator, announced on Monday in Philadelphia that he is dropping his Democratic Party bid for president and will run as an independent.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
US wealth, income concentration resume upward climb in post-pandemic era – October 9, 2023
Biden says 11 Americans were killed in Israel; hostages unconfirmed – October 9, 2023
U.S. employers added surprisingly strong 336,000 jobs in September in sign of economic resilience – October 8, 2023
Biden administration trying to ‘disconnect the dots’ on Iranian assets and attack on Israel – October 8, 2023
Biden Says He Can’t Stop New Border Barrier Plan – October 5, 2023
Texas asks appeal judges to let it keep floating barrier in place on the Rio Grande – October 5, 2023
Trump lawyers: Mar-a-Lago documents trial shouldn’t start until ‘mid-November’ – October 5, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Nepal: Pastor to spend year in jail for allegedly converting Hindus to Christianity
A pastor in Nepal has lost his appeal against conviction on false charges of forcibly converting Hindus to Christianity and will now spend a year in prison, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Nepal is no longer officially a Hindu state, but Nepalese Christians are subjected to persecution from radical Hindu groups who want the country to return to Hinduism.
Amid the global plagues of sex trafficking and child pornography, the US-based Christian organization All Things Possible Ministries has helped to free 40,000 trafficked women and children around the world, CBN News reports.
Chinese government continues crackdown on Christianity
China’s ruling Communist Party is continuing its crackdown on Christianity by removing crosses from churches and adding new restrictions to religious activities, Missions Box reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Malaysia: Court rules plaintiff cannot renounce Islam and revert to Christianity – October 9, 2023
Loren Cunningham, Founder Youth With A Mission, Dies At 88 – October 8, 2023
‘Laos Christians Expelled From Homes For Abandoning Traditional Belief’ – October 5, 2023
Uganda: Muslim extremist father locked up/starved his son for becoming a Christian – October 5, 2023
Nicaragua placed on Watch List of top 50 countries where Christians are persecuted – October 5, 2023
Nigeria: Fulani terrorists murder 11 Christians in Plateau state, “the terrorists are known to the Nigerian government” – October 4, 2023
Laos Authorities Ban Christian Worship In Southern Area (Worthy News In-Depth) – October 3, 2023
Weekly News Brief: 10/4/23
The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.
Thai Police Detain Teenager After Shooting Kills, Injures Several People At Bangkok Mall
Police in Thailand have detained a 14-year-old boy suspected of killing two people in a shooting at Bangkok’s luxurious Siam Paragon shopping mall, one of Asia’s most visited touristic spots.
US and Russia to hold nationwide emergency drills on the same day
Amid heightened tensions between the two countries over the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the US and Russia have each announced they will be holding nationwide emergency alert exercises on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, Newsweek reports.
President Zelensky: ‘Ukraine To Start EU Membership Talks’ (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has made clear his nation expects to start talks on joining the European Union as early as this year despite divisions within the EU about that issue. Zelensky made the announcement after a surprise EU foreign ministers meeting in Ukraine’s capital.
Latest World News Headlines
Mexico Church Mourns 10 Killed In Baptism Service – October 3, 2023
Ukraine hit Russia’s navy base in Crimea so hard that it is likely pulling some missions back to safer waters, UK intel says – October 3, 2023
Pope Francis suggests blessings for same-sex unions possible in response to 5 conservative cardinals – October 2, 2023
Hungarian and US Colleague Win Nobel Prize for Controversial COVID Vaccine – October 2, 2023
1 Million Attend Poland Opposition Rally – October 2, 2023
Turkey Targets PKK Militants After Blast Rocks Ankara – October 2, 2023
US: Tehran can make nuclear bomb in less than two weeks – October 1, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Iran can’t stop Israel-Saudi peace, Netanyahu says in message to ayatollah
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday shot down Iran’s attempts at sowing criticism toward Israel’s growing normalized status in the Middle East.
Ancient aqueduct from time of Roman occupation discovered in Jerusalem
Archaeological excavations in the Giv’at Hamatos neighborhood of Jerusalem uncovered an ancient Aqueduct that once carried water throughout Jerusalem’s upper city during the time of Rome’s occupation, the Israel Antiquities Authorities announced on October 2.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Israeli, Saudi officials say US hampering normalization with focus on Palestinians – October 2, 2023
Israel reportedly attacks Iranian arms shipment in Syria – October 2, 2023
Syrian media report Israel strike west of capital – October 1, 2023
Israel, Germany Sign ‘Historic’ Arrow-3 Missile Defense Deal – October 1, 2023
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Breaking U.S. News
Federal Court upholds Kentucky and Tennessee bans on sex-change surgeries/treatments for minors
The US Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals last week upheld legislation passed by Tennessee and Kentucky which bans sex-change surgeries and gender hormonal treatments, including “experimental” procedures for minors aged 17 and under, CBN News reports. In its September 28 ruling, the federal court reversed a preliminary injunction issued by a lower court which had prevented the legislation from taking effect.
Multiple People Shot At Morgan State University
Morgan State University in the U.S. city of Baltimore was rocked by gunfire late Tuesday, wounding five people, but none critically, police and other sources said.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Trump Mentioned As New House Speaker After Removal McCarthy – October 4, 2023
US President Joe Biden’s Son Pleads ‘Not Guilty’ On Gun Charges (Worthy News-Focus) – October 4, 2023
Kevin McCarthy Removed as Speaker Following Historic Vote – October 3, 2023
SCOTUS starts new term: gun rights, gerrymandering, access to abortion on a full agenda of important cases – October 3, 2023
House Republicans investigate reported Chinese targeting of U.S. military bases – October 3, 2023
Supreme Court Rejects Long Shot’s Bid to Disqualify Trump in ’24 – October 2, 2023
Pentagon warns Congress it is running low on money to replace weapons sent to Ukraine – October 2, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Laos Authorities Ban Christian Worship In Southern Area (Worthy News In-Depth)
Christian villagers in southern Laos have been threatened with detention and “huge fines” if they continue their church services, well-informed Christians told Worthy News.
One of several northern Nigerian states in which Christians have faced genocidal murder and terror campaigns by Islamic militants determined to impose their version of Sharia law, Kaduna state has seen many Christians murdered, no fewer than 23 pastors killed, and more than 200 churches forcibly shut down since 2019, Barnabas Aid reports.
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
The annual International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church (IDOP) is set for Sunday, November 5th this year, Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Nigeria: Fulani herdsmen murder 15 Christians in one week, “the blood of innocent Christians cries profusely for justice” – October 2, 2023
Indonesia: Large group of Muslims hold anti-Christian protest outside church – October 2, 2023
Dutch Christian Destroys Hundreds Of ‘Idols’ In Netherlands – October 1, 2023
Study links decline of Christianity to collapse of marriage and fatherhood – September 29, 2023
Nigeria: Fulani herdsmen slaughter villagers in Kaduna state – September 28, 2023
US Christian groups call on Congress to act on behalf of persecuted Myanmar Christians – September 28, 2023
US: Police thwart “diabolical” mass shooting at Virginia church – September 28, 2023
Weekly News Brief: 9/28/23
African leaders tell UNGA: Africa must be treated as a global partner, not sidelinedAfrican leaders delivered an unequivocal message to the UN General Assembly last week that Africa is a global power that deserves to be treated by the West as an equal partner and not sidelined as a charity case, the Associated Press reports.Mexico: Increased femicide rate directly related to organized crime, experts say
Lethal violence against women in Mexico has steadily increased in recent years, and experts believe that the phenomenon is directly related to Mexican militarization and organized crime, Global Citizen reports. According to data released by Mexico’s National Public Security System, 43,000 women were killed in the country between 2006 and 2021.Ethiopia: Tigray conflict has left more than 10,000 survivors of sexual violence
The UN-backed international commission of human rights experts on Ethiopia reported this week that the recent conflict in the country’s Tigray region has left at least 10,000 survivors of rape and sexual violence, the Associated Press reports. The commission added that all sides in the war had committed atrocities, including mass killings, rape, starvation, and destruction of schools and medical facilities.
Latest World News Headlines
20 Killed In Nagorno-Karabakh Depot Blast; Thousands Of Armenian Christians Flee (Worthy News In-Depth) – September 26, 2023Iran and Turkey’s proxies may back tribes against US in Syria – September 25, 2023Hungary Not Rushing To Back Sweden’s NATO Membership – September 25, 2023Belarus Jails Journalist Vyacheslau Lazarau For ‘Extremism’ – September 25, 2023Several Killed As Clashes Rock Kosovo Monastery – September 25, 2023Netherlands Asks Pakistan To Halt Death Threats Against Anti-Islam Politician, Judge – September 25, 2023France Withdraws Ambassador, Troops From Niger After Coup; Impact On Christians Unclear – September 25, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Germany, U.S. slam Netanyahu’s Middle East map presented at UNGerman Foreign Ministry spokesperson Sebastian Fischer on Monday, expressed the country’s reservations over a map exhibited by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his address to the UN General Assembly.‘2030 is when the merge happens,’ OpenAI president tells Netanyahu of coming man-machine merger
In a recent discussion with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, OpenAI President Greg Brockman expressed his belief that 2029 will see the emergence of artificial general intelligence (AGI) — AI that reaches and then far surpasses human-level intelligence. He further stated that in 2030, humanity and artificial intelligence will merge.
Latest Israel News Headlines
IDF strikes Hamas post in Gaza after multiple provocations over Yom Kippur holiday – September 25, 2023WSJ: Israel cooperating with US on Saudi bid to enrich uranium – September 24, 2023Saudis: Peace must include Palestinian state, east Jerusalem as capital – September 24, 2023Israel unveils IDF’s new AI-powered ‘Barak’ super tank – September 24, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
Federal judge rules Texas ‘drag ban’ unconstitutionalA bill conservative Texas lawmakers said they passed to protect children from obscene drag performances is an unconstitutional restraint on speech, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.
North Carolina passes bipartisan bill requiring age verification for access to pornography websitesWith overwhelming bipartisan support, the North Carolina Legislature passed a bill Thursday that requires age verification on websites that publish pornography and other material considered harmful to minors under the age of 18, the Associated Press (AP) reports.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Federal court strikes down California ban on gun magazines for second time – September 26, 2023Credit card losses are rising at the fastest pace since the Great Financial Crisis – September 26, 2023Congress faces looming government shutdown – September 25, 2023Biden makes border history with most immigrant encounters in August ever recorded – September 24, 2023Biden issues veto threat against DHS funding bill – September 24, 2023Newsom Vetoes Bill Allowing Judges To Consider Whether A Parent ‘Affirms’ Child’s Gender Identity During Custody Disputes – September 24, 2023Pro-life group warns federal 15-week abortion ban may pressure states to ‘water down’ restrictions – September 24, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Less than half of religious refugees can gain U.S. entry, Christian groups report
The U.S. is no longer a “safe haven” for people fleeing religious persecution, according to a new report noting massive declines in U.S. arrivals by Christian, Jewish and Muslim refugees, among others.‘50,000 Mosques Closed In Iran’ As Christianity Spreads
Recent comments by a senior Iranian cleric that around 50,000 of Iran’s 75,000 mosques are closed highlight the growth of Christianity in Iran and disillusion with “the regime’s use of Islam to justify its authoritarian rule,” a prominent human rights activist told Worthy News on Monday.India: More than 500 attacks Hindu nationalist attacks against Christians recorded in 2023
There have been 525 attacks by Hindu nationalists against Christians across India this year alone, Christian Today (CT) reports. Ruled by the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party, India ranks 11TH on the US Open Doors World Watch List 2023 of the top 50 countries where Christians are persecuted.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Nigeria: Fulani herdsmen continue slaughter of Christians – September 25, 2023Mozambique: 11 Christians murdered by Islamic State-affiliated terrorists, “only prayer can sustain us” – September 25, 2023India: Pastor kept in jail for 23 days on anti-conversion charges with no witnesses – September 25, 2023Over 1,000 students attend Texas A&M Corpus Christi worship event; 124 baptized – September 22, 2023California Baptist church considering AI to protect itself against shooters – September 21, 2023Pakistan Christian Couple Longer In Jail Despite Doubts Over Blasphemy – September 21, 2023India: Christian orphanage denied renewed operating permit in Madhya Pradesh state – September 20, 2023
Weekly News Brief: 9/20/23
The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.
Azerbaijan says it broke through Armenian military lines in Nagorno-Karabakh
The Azerbaijani military on Tuesday broke through lines of Armenian troops in Nagorno-Karabakh in an effort to drive Armenian forces out of the region, Reuters reports. While Nagorno-Karabakh is internationally recognized as Azerbaijani territory, its mostly ethnic Armenian population claims the area is their ancestral homeland and has actively resisted Azerbaijani control of it for over 100 years.
U.N. chief warns A.I. may lead world into ‘more danger than we can control’
World leaders should quickly consider creating a global organization akin to the International Atomic Energy Agency to address both the benefits and the dangers of artificial intelligence — specifically, those associated with the fast-emerging realm of “generative A.I.” capable of creating text, images and videos.
European Union suspends aid to Somalia after UN reports widespread theft
The European Union has temporarily halted its funding for the World Food Program (WFP) in Somalia after a United Nations investigation revealed widespread theft of aid intended for Somalis facing famine, Reuters reported. The European Commission received donations of over $1 billion last year, and gave around $7 million in aid to the WFP in Somalia.
Latest World News Headlines
Afghanistan: Taliban detain 18 members of international humanitarian aid NGO – September 19, 2023
Ukraine To Sue Neighbors Over Grain Ban – September 19, 2023
Russia Defends Invasion Of Ukraine At UN Court – September 19, 2023
India Expels Canada Diplomat Over Murder Row – September 19, 2023
Five Americans Jailed In Iran Fly Home – September 18, 2023
Russia Firing Nuclear-Capable Cruise Missiles Near US – September 18, 2023
Summit Appeals For More Children As Demographic Winter Hits Industrialized World – September 18, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Pro-life leaders in Israel will hold a first-ever “National Prayer for Life” event in central Israel this Friday during the “Ten Days of Awe” between the Jewish Feast of Trumpets holiday and the Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur, which begins Sunday evening.
Israelis Object as UNESCO Declares Biblical Jericho a ‘Palestinian Heritage Site’
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has declared ancient Jericho as a “Palestinian Heritage” site, and some say that eradicates the biblical connection to the city.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Saudi-backed EU venture aims to incentivize Israeli-Palestinian peace – September 19, 2023
Wartime Pope Knew Of Holocaust, Letter Shows – September 19, 2023
Netanyahu talks to Elon Musk about antisemitism on X, AI – September 18, 2023
Israel is still ‘Palestine’ on Saudi Arabia’s new map despite peace talks – September 18, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
US household income fell in 2022 for third straight year, Census data shows
American households’ income fell last year as their cost of living jumped higher than it has in over four decades amid soaring inflation and marking the third straight annual decline since the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
House fails to advance defense spending bill as government shutdown looms
The House voted against beginning debate on its annual defense appropriations bill, failing to overcome a key procedural hurdle to advance the must-pass legislation through the lower chamber by the end of this week.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
US national debt hits $33T for first time in history – September 19, 2023
Biden admin unleashes 50-year mining, oil drilling ban across thousands of acres in New Mexico – September 19, 2023
McCarthy Aims for 8% Spending Cut, Border Wall in Bid to Avoid Gov’t Shutdown – September 18, 2023
Trump Faces Big Rift with Pro-Lifers After Opposing Heartbeat Laws – September 18, 2023
Uncommitted Christians causing ‘catastrophic decline in biblical worldview in America’: Barna – September 18, 2023
McCarthy announces formal Biden impeachment inquiry – September 17, 2023
Texas AG Paxton acquitted on all 16 articles of impeachment – September 17, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Iran: House-church pastor begins 10-year prison sentence for “disturbing” Islam
An Iranian-Armenian pastor began a 10-year prison sentence in Iran yesterday, after being found guilty of engaging in “propaganda contrary to and disturbing to the holy religion of Islam” through his leading of a house church in Tehran, the Article 18 religious freedom NGO reports.
Uganda: Evangelist murdered after leading Muslims to Christ
A 33-year old evangelist was beaten to death by Islamic extremists in eastern Uganda, right after he led Muslims to faith in Christ at a Gospel event on September 6, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. The killing was the latest of numerous acts of deadly violence committed against Christians in Uganda by Islamic extremists.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Nigeria: Campaign of brutal terror against Christians continues relentlessly – September 19, 2023
Nigeria: Pastor of Evangelical church and two other Christians kidnapped in Plateau state – September 18, 2023
Pakistan: Christian couple detained, charged with blasphemy in Punjab Province – September 18, 2023
Pakistan Police Detain Pastor Over Shooting – September 17, 2023
Indonesia: West Sumatra church congregation threatened by neighbors – September 14, 2023
Nigeria: Fulani terrorists murder 37 Christians in Plateau state, “the siege against Christian communities continues without abating” – September 14, 2023
‘Revival At US Auburn University Sparks Massive Baptisms’ – September 13, 2023
Weekly News Brief: 9/13/23
The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.
Scientists successfully grow human kidneys inside pig embryos
Scientists in China have successfully grown early-stage human kidneys inside pig embryos, in research that may one day contribute to the supply of much-needed human organs for transplant patients, Live Science reports.
North Korea’s Kim supports Russia as Ukraine hits Black Sea Fleet (Worthy News Radio)
North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, has made clear he backs Russia’s invasion of Ukraine during a Wednesday summit with President Vladimir Putin. The two met to discuss military cooperation despite U.S. warnings and amid reports that Ukraine had attacked the home base of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet in Crimea.
‘It Will Free up $6B for Terrorism’: Biden Admin Cuts a Deal with Iran for 5 US Hostages
The U.S. is one step closer to a deal to release five Americans held captive by the Iranian regime.
Latest World News Headlines
EU President Seeks Global Digital ID and AI Authority – September 12, 2023
Thousands Killed In Libya Flooding – September 12, 2023
Trafficking of dangerous methamphetamine drug is skyrocketing in Afghanistan, UN report – September 12, 2023
Dutch Court Gives Pakistani Ex-Cricketer 12 Years Jail For Threatening Anti-Islam Leader – September 12, 2023
Morocco Earthquake Death Toll Nearing 3,000 – September 12, 2023
Ethiopia hails new phase in disputed Blue Nile dam project – September 11, 2023
African Union is joining the G20, a powerful acknowledgement of a continent of 1 billion people – September 11, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Israeli High Court To Decide Fate of Netanyahu’s Cancellation of the ‘Reasonableness Standard’
In a rare televised hearing before an unprecedented 15-judge panel, the Israeli High Court of Justice is set to rule on the legality of the Netanyahu government’s cancellation of the “reasonableness standard,” passed in late July.
Announcing that Israel has foiled 27 terror attacks by Iran this year alone, the head of Israel’s Mossad intelligence agency warned Sunday that if any Jew is harmed at the hands of the Iranians, there will be a price to pay “from deep inside Tehran,” i24News reports. The Iranian Mullah regime has long threatened to wipe Israel off the face of the earth.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Iran building terror airport next to Israel, Defense Minister Gallant reveals – September 11, 2023
Mossad chief vows to target Iran’s ‘highest echelon’ if Israelis, Jews hurt in terror – September 11, 2023
Paris strips Abbas of top medal: ‘You justified the extermination of Europe’s Jews’ – September 10, 2023
Archaeologists uncover longest continuous section of 2nd Temple-era aqueduct – September 10, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
SCOTUS will likely have to weigh in on gender-altering medical treatments for minors, experts say
Amid a flurry of court cases initiated by US trans activists and conservatives who oppose each other on the issue of gender-altering medical treatments for minors, legal experts have concluded that the matter will eventually have to be decided by the United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS), CBN News reports.
Supreme Court to Decide Whether to Kick Trump Off Ballot
The legal debate about whether or not former President Donald Trump should be allowed to appear on the 2024 ballot has made its way before the Supreme Court.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Chicago plans to house influx of migrants in massive military grade tents – September 12, 2023
California passes bill requiring judges to consider whether parents affirm child’s gender identity in custody cases – September 12, 2023
Republicans ponder a replacement for the term ‘pro-life’ – September 11, 2023
States battle over whether parents should be informed on their children’s gender choices – September 11, 2023
Over 215,000 apprehended by Border Patrol agents at southern border in August – September 11, 2023
Biden Under Fire As Tearful US Remembers 9/11 – September 11, 2023
California Assembly names August ‘Transgender History Month,’ becomes nation’s first official recognition – September 10, 2023
Breaking Christian News
36 North Carolina congregations settle disaffiliation lawsuit with United Methodist Church
Thirty-six North Carolina congregations who are separating from the United Methodist Church have resolved a lawsuit they filed against the UMC and will now be able leave the denomination according to a disaffiliation plan approved by church leaders in 2019, the Religion News Service (RNS) reports.
Nigeria: Islamic terrorists kill two Christians, kidnap six in Taraba state
Islamic terrorists murdered two Christians and kidnapped six others in Nigeria’s Taraba state on Sunday, as the years-long genocidal onslaught on Nigerian Christians by Muslim extremists continues unabated, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. With well over 50,000 Christians murdered since 2009, rights groups, US Open Doors, have ranked Nigeria number one in the world for Christians killed on account of their faith.
Beaten Pakistani Christian Activist Dead At 37
Pakistani Christian human rights activist Samuel Inayat, who was in urgent need of a kidney transplant after Muslim extremists beat him, has died, his family told Worthy News on Saturday.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Nigeria Seminarian Burned To Death; Others Kidnapped – September 10, 2023
Pakistan Christian Boy ‘Tortured’ For ‘Blasphemy’; Couple Detained – September 10, 2023
Nepal sees growing violent hostility toward Christians – September 7, 2023
Four Pakistani Youth Face Death Sentence For ‘Blasphemy’ – September 7, 2023
China: CCP continues crackdown on churches – September 7, 2023
Indonesia: House church threatened by Muslim extremists with machete – September 7, 2023
Iraq: Five men sentenced to life imprisonment for killing American Christian – September 7, 2023
