Weekly News Brief 3/10/25

Breaking World News

Iran, China, Russia Moving Warships In Mideast Worrying Israel
Preparations were underway Monday for the Iranian, Chinese, and Russian navies to hold military drills off the coast of Iran, adding to anxiety in Israel.

Mark Carney To Be Canada’s Premier As Tensions Rise Witn US
Mark Carney, a former central banker who oversaw financial turmoil in North America and Britain, prepared Monday to become the next prime minister of a nation that he says faces the “greatest crisis of our lifetimes.”

Russia Gaining Ground In Kursk As Ukraine’s Forces Lack CIA Intelligence
U.S. intelligence-starved Ukrainian forces suffered another setback Sunday as Russian troops walked inside a natural gas pipeline to strike Ukrainian units from the rear in Russia’s Kursk region, Ukraine’s military and Russian sources said.

Latest World News Headlines

UN Facing New Era As US Rejects 2030 Agenda Including Climate Rules – Mar.9.2025

US To Withdraw Troops From Germany To Hungary; Orbán Confirms Strategic Deal – Mar.9.2025

More Than 1,000 Killed In Syria, Including Christians, Within Two Days – Mar.9.2025

Trump Urges Russia To Stop Pounding Ukraine Ahead of Peace Talks; Death Toll Rising – Mar.8.2025

Trump: ‘We’re Down to the Final Moments with Iran’ (Video) – Mar.7.2025

Scores Killed In Clashes Between Syria’s New Rulers And Pro-Assad Forces – Mar.7.2025

EU Unveils Defense Package Amid Trump Threats; Hungary Not Backing Ukraine (Worthy News Focus) – Mar.7.2025

Russia, US To Talk About Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions – Mar.6.2025

Trump Walks Back Tariffs on Mexico, Canada for Another Month – Mar.6.2025

China Claims It’s Ready for War with U.S. – Mar.6.2025

Breaking Israel News

Israel Cutting Off Power To Gaza
Israel said Sunday it is cutting off its electricity supply to Gaza as part of broader U.S.-backed attempts to force Hamas to release all hostages.

Israeli Military Drone Fires At ‘Hezbollah Terrorists’ In Lebanon; Gaza Also Hit
An Israel Defense Forces (IDF) drone fired at a funeral attended by “Hezbollah terrorists” in Kafr Kila, southern Lebanon, and shot several suspects who approached Israeli forces, Israeli and Lebanese sources say.

Israel Welcomes Russian Military Bases In Syria (Worthy News Investigation)
Israel is pleased that Moscow wants to maintain its Russian military bases in Syria, and Jerusalem asked Washington to allow Russia to keep these facilities, Worthy News learned Friday.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Trump Administration Engages in Direct Negotiations with Hamas to Secure Release of Hostages – Mar.6.2025

US and Israel Hold Joint Advanced Aerial Drills Signals Warning to Iran – Mar.6.2025

Trump Issues Final Warning to Hamas to Free Hostages or ‘It Is Over For You’ – Mar.5.2025

U.S. Military Leaders Urge Trump To Help Israel ‘Finish the Job’ Against Iranian Axis – Mar.5.2025

Arab Leaders Agree On $53 Billion Rebuilding Of Gaza To Counter Trump – Mar.4.2025

‘Gates of Hell Will Open’ Against Hamas If Hostages Are Not Released (Worthy News In-Depth) – Mar.3.2025

Haifa Terror Attack Kills 1; Suspect Shot Dead – Mar.3.2025

Breaking U.S. News

US Utilizes AI to Revoke Visas of Foreign Nationals Sympathetic to Terrorist Organizations
The U.S. State Department has launched an AI-driven ‘Catch and Revoke’ program to revoke the visas of foreign nationals, including students, identified as supporters of Hamas or other terrorist organizations, Axios reported.

Judge blocks freeze on federal funding
A federal judge Thursday blocked the Trump administration from freezing up to $3 trillion in funding for federal agency grants, loans and other financial assistance.

Trump Says Most Goods From Mexico Will Be Exempt From Tariffs
President Donald Trump said Thursday that goods from Mexico will temporarily be exempt from U.S. tariffs, but the president continued to press Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Trump Administration Suspends Deportations Using Military Aircraft Due to High Costs – Mar.6.2025

Trump’s Plans for Balanced Budget at ‘Odds with Fiscal Reality’ – Mar.5.2025

Canada Urges US To End ‘Dumb Trade War’ – Mar.5.2025

Supreme Court Sides With Lower Court on Foreign Aid Spending – Mar.5.2025

President Trump Declares ‘The Golden Age of America Has Only Just Begun’ (Worthy In-Depth) – Mar.5.2025

Trump ‘Just Getting Started’ as He Talks Border, DOGE, Tariffs, More – Mar.4.2025

Trump Promises Tariff Revenue, Fair Trade and More Jobs – Mar.4.2025

Breaking Christian News

Catholic Priest Killed In Nigeria As Death Toll Of Christians Rise
A Catholic priest has been killed in Nigeria’s northwest by suspected Islamic criminals, also known as “bandits”, Christians confirmed Thursday.

70 Christians Beheaded In DRC; Hungary Helps Families
Hungary says it is rushing aid to families of 70 Christians who were beheaded by Islamist fighters in a Protestant church in the north-eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and urges the world “not to ignore” the massacre.

Christian Slaves Freed In Pakistan
A Christian family held as modern-day enslaved people by a Muslim brick kiln owner in Pakistan has been rescued, Christians involved in the case told Worthy News Tuesday.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Hungary Urging Mideast Christians To Remain In Homeland – Mar.4.2025

India: 10 Christians Arrested On Charges of Illegal Conversions – Mar.3.2025

Uganda: Muslims Stab Evangelist in Attack – Feb.27.2025

Nigeria: Pastor Shot, Church Members Kidnapped – Feb.26.2025

India Church Attack Injures Dozens – Feb.26.2025

Thailand Detains Dozens Of Montagnard Christian Refugees – Feb.26.2025

Elderly Dutch Christian Woman Sentenced For Destroying 300 ‘Idols’ – Feb.25.2025

Breaking World News 2/10/25

Iranians Protest Against Islamic Rulers (Worthy News Focus)
Spontaneous protests broke out in Iran with people shouting “Death to the Dictator,” “Death to [Supreme Leader] Khamenei the Murderer,” and “Death to the Islamic Republic” around the 46th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, according to videos shared Sunday and reviewed by Worthy News.

Lebanon’s First Government In 2 Years
Lebanon faced a new political era Sunday after the new prime minister formed the country’s first full-fledged government since 2022.

Kosovo Votes Amid Ethnic Tensions (Worthy News Radio)
The people of Kosovo began voting Sunday in an election that analysts say could mark another milestone in the young country’s history as it may determine its future territorial integrity in an increasingly volatile region. Yet the vote was overshadowed by ethnic tensions between the Albanian majority and minority Serbs.

Latest World News Headlines

Emotional Swedish Crown Princess At Memorial for Örebro School Shooting Victims – February 9, 2025

100,000 Protest Against Alternative for Germany – February 8, 2025

Trudeau: Trump Plans to Annex Canada – February 8, 2025

Iran Unveils Massive Drone Warship – February 8, 2025

Poland Refuses EU Migration Pact – February 8, 2025

Trump Sanctions International Criminal Court – February 6, 2025

Sweden Police: Racism Investigated In School Shooting – February 6, 2025

Hungary’s Orbán Praises Trump’s Crackdown On USAID (Worthy News In-Depth) – February 6, 2025

Zelenskyy Asks US To Provide Ukraine With Nuclear Weapons – February 5, 2025

WATCH: President Trump: ‘Very Constructive Talks’ on Ukraine Conflict – February 5, 2025

Breaking Israel News

Egypt Holds Emergency Arab Summit
In a warning to Israel, Egypt announced Sunday that it would host “an emergency Arab summit” this month to discuss what it called “serious” developments for Palestinians.

Trump: US May Lose Patience Over Israeli Hostages’ Condition (Video)
President Trump expressed frustration with the Israel-Hamas ceasefire after footage showed gaunt and frail Israeli hostages being released, comparing their appearance to Holocaust survivors. Speaking aboard Air Force One, he warned, “At some point, we’re gonna lose our patience.”

Iran Threatens US; Condemns Gaza Proposal
Iran’s supreme leader has appeared to condemn United States President Donald J. Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over Gaza and turn it into “the Riviera of the Middle East.”

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel Withdraws from UN Human Rights Council, Following Trump Administration – February 6, 2025

Jordan Preparing For War With Israel – February 6, 2025

US Security Advisor: ‘Taking Over Gaza Realistic Solution’ In Israeli-Palestinian Conflict – February 6, 2025

Saudi Arabia Warns Israel Over US Controlling Gaza – February 5, 2025

Trump Proposes U.S. Takeover and Redevelopment of Gaza – February 4, 2025

Trump Meets with Netanyahu, Speaks of Permanently Resettling Palestinians – February 4, 2025

Trump Administration Prepares New $1 Billion Arms Sale to Israel – February 3, 2025

Breaking U.S. News

‘US Funded 6,000 Journalists To Spread Liberal Agenda’, AI Used To Uncover Spending (Worthy News Investigation)
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has directly called for the closure of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) after his eccentric government efficiency czar Elon Musk uncovered that more than 6,000 journalists at some 700 media outlets worldwide were paid to allegedly spread its liberal agenda.

Many Medical Providers End Transgender Youth Procedures After Trump Order
Late last month, President Donald Trump signed an executive order restricting “transgender” procedures on youth, including puberty blockers and surgeries such as mastectomies and penile reconstruction. In response, many medical providers including some of the top in the nation for performing them have announced they will comply with the EO.

House Passes Bill Blocking Future Presidential Bans on Hydraulic Fracking
A bill preventing future presidents from unilaterally banning hydraulic fracking is on its way to the Senate after passing the House 226-188 Friday.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Alaska Air Crash Kills 10 – February 8, 2025

New Strain of Bird Flu Found for 1st Time in U.S. Dairy Cattle, Nevada Herds Infected – February 6, 2025

Trump Announces Commission on Religious Liberty, White House Faith Office – February 6, 2025

U.S. Military Under Scrutiny Over $9 Million Payment to Reuters News Agency (Worthy News Investigation) – February 6, 2025

New U.S. Poll Reveals Growing Pro-Life Sentiment Among Young Adults – February 6, 2025

Trump Signs Executive Order Banning Males From Female Sports – February 5, 2025

Of the Billions in Questioned USAID Spending, Millions Went to Fund Terrorism – February 5, 2025

Breaking Christian News

Terrorists Continue To Wreak Havoc in Nigeria as 1,500 Christians Displaced
Boko Haram terrorists raided communities in northeastern Nigeria last week, displacing over 1,500 Christians. Since 2009, Islamic terror groups—including Boko Haram, Islamic State, and Fulani jihadists—have killed or abducted tens of thousands of Christians and displaced millions in their push for an Islamic Caliphate.

16 Christians Slaughtered in Southern Nigeria
As entrenched Islamic jihadism expands from northern Nigeria down the country, 16 Pentecostal Christians were murdered and homes set on fire during an attack by suspected Fulani militant herdsmen in southern Nigeria’s Ebonyi state on Sunday, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Pakistan: Christians Concerned New Electronic Crimes Law May Be Used Against Them
Christians as well as rights groups and journalists in Pakistan have condemned a newly passed digital crimes law which they say may be used to persecute people who dissent from or criticize the government, Christian Daily International (CDI) reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Evangelical Leader Mike Bickle ‘Abused 17 Women’ Report Claims (Worthy News Investigation) – February 7, 2025

Pakistan: 12-Year-Old Christian Girl Abducted From Her Home – February 6, 2025

Thousands Hear Gospel In Indonesia Despite Protests (Worthy News Focus) – February 6, 2025

Indonesia: Authorities Reorganize Interfaith Festival After Muslims Protest Christian Evangelists – February 5, 2025

Christians in Syria Concerned for Their Future – February 5, 2025

Nigeria: Church Elder Shot Dead During Sunday Service – February 4, 2025

China: Preacher Sentenced to Two Years Imprisonment for Distributing Gospel Literature – February 3, 2025

Weekly News Brief 7/31/24

Hamas Leader Killed In Iran

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Iran’s capital, Tehran, shortly after an Israeli strike killed the most senior commander of Hamas ally Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Venezuela Clashes Spread After Elections

Clashes have spread across Venezuela, killing several people as opponents and supporters of the South American nation’s President Nicolas Maduro rally after a weekend election in which the long-ruling socialist leader was declared the winner, despite protests.

US Advises Americans to Leave Lebanon Ahead of Israeli Retaliation for Hezbollah Attack

The United States has warned American citizens to leave Lebanon while they can, as Israel is expected to launch a forceful retaliatory response to Sunday’s missile strike by the Lebanese Iran-backed Hezbollah terror group which killed 12 Druze-Israeli children in the Golan Heights.

Latest World News Headlines

Dozens Killed In India’s Landslides – July 30, 2024

WHO Announces Initiative to Advance Development of mRNA Bird Flu Vaccine – July 29, 2024

Iranian-Backed Militia Groups Intensifies Attacks on US Forces in Syria and Iraq – July 29, 2024

Venezuela’s President ‘Re-Elected’ As Tensions Rise – July 29, 2024

Fiber Optic Networks Sabotaged Across France – July 29, 2024

Paris Olympics Apologize For Mocking Christian Faith – July 28, 2024

Moscow’s War Ships In Cuba In Warning To Nearby US – July 28, 2024

Ukraine Athletes In Paris As War Continues – July 27, 2024

Ethiopia Mourns Many Killed In Mudslide – July 27, 2024

Jordan’s King Dissolves Parliament At Sensitive Time (Worthy News In-depth) – July 26, 2024

Breaking Israel News

Israel Strikes Beirut Targeting Hezbollah Commander Responsible for Deadly Golan Heights Attack (Update)

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that they targeted a Hezbollah commander in Beirut today who was responsible for the weekend attack on Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights over the weekend that killed at least 12 Israeli Druze children and teenagers.

Turkey Threatens To Invade Israel

Israel’s foreign minister has urged the NATO military alliance to expel Turkey after its President Tayyip Erdogan threatened his country might invade the Jewish nation.

Netanyahu Vows Retaliation Against Hezbollah; U.S. Urges Restraint to Avoid Full-Blown War

The Biden Administration spearheaded diplomatic efforts to prevent a full-blown regional war as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed retaliation against Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed terrorist organization in Lebanon, following a weekend rocket strike that killed at least 12 children in the Golan Heights.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel Hits Hezbollah Targets In Lebanon After Attack Kills 12 – July 28, 2024

Hezbollah Hits Israel, Killing 10 Threatening Regional War – July 28, 2024

Palestinian Authority Using Western Donations For ‘Funding Terrorism’ (Worthy News Investigation) – July 26, 2024

Netanyahu Envisions ‘Abraham Alliance’ to Counter Iranian ‘Axis of Terror’ – July 25, 2024

IDF Recovers the Bodies of 5 Israeli Hostages in Khan Younis, Gaza – July 25, 2024

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Delivers Powerful Speech Before Congress – July 24, 2024

Archaeologists Uncover Moat Dating Back to Reign of Biblical King Josiah – July 24, 2024

Breaking U.S. News

Trump Blasts Facebook, Google for ‘Wrongly Censored’ Photo of Assassination Attempt

Former President Donald Trump blasted Facebook and Google Tuesday after Facebook admitted it had censored photos of Trump’s assassination attempt, images widely seen as a major moment and rallying point for the Trump campaign.

Hurricane Beryl to Cost Americans Nationwide Nearly $32 Billion

The devastation Hurricane Beryl left in its wake is estimated to cost taxpayers nationwide between $28 billion and $32 billion, according to an AccuWeather analysis. The losses to Texas, which was hardest hit, are estimated to be several billion.

US National Debt Exceeds $35 Trillion for the First Time

The US national debt has officially surpassed a massive $35 trillion, having increased by nearly $5 billion every day so far in 2025, Yahoo Finance reports. The debt increased by nearly $8 trillion during the Republican administration of former President Donald Trump and is set to see a similar rise under the Democratic administration of current President Joe Biden.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

No Clear Path to Approval for Biden’s Proposed Supreme Court Changes – July 29, 2024

Harris Haunted by ‘Defund the Police’ Past – July 29, 2024

Biden Proposes Supreme Court Constitutional Amendment – July 29, 2024

Trump, Harris on Opposite Sides of 2nd Amendment Debate – July 28, 2024

FACT CHECK: Biden’s Claim That Illegal Border Crossings Lower Than Trump’s Is False – July 28, 2024

Trump’s Former Physician Says FBI Director ‘Wrong’ to Suggest Trump Wasn’t Hit by bullet – July 28, 2024

Feds Disrupt Jet Ski Powered Human Smuggling Network – July 25, 2024

Breaking Christian News

Laos: Six Christians Released After a Month in Detention Without Charge
Officials in Laos are continuing to harass Christians by arresting them and then imprisoning them without charge for several weeks before releasing them. Amid intensifying persecution of Christians, the communist-led Buddhist-majority nation now ranks 21 on the Open Doors World Watch List 2024 of the top 50 countries where Christians are persecuted.

India: House Church Members Violently Attacked by Hindu Extremists
Members of a house church congregation in India’s Uttarakhand state were violently attacked by a mob of around 150 Hindu extremists on July 14, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Laos: Evangelist Murdered Execution-Style, “Despite Increased Persecution, the Church is Rapidly Growing” – July 29, 2024

Nigeria: Fulani Terrorists Massacre 18 Christians in Their Beds – July 26, 2024

Turkey: Christian Group Denied the Right to Buy Land for Worship Center – July 26, 2024

New Zealand: 200,000 Vulnerable People Subjected to Abuse and Neglect in State and Christian-Run Institutions, Commission of Inquiry Finds – July 25, 2024

Christian Ministry Explores Use of AI to Bring the Gospel to Deaf People – July 24, 2024

Pakistan: Young Christian Man on Death Row Shows Remarkable Faith and Hope in Jesus – July 24, 2024

Hindu Nationalists Attack Christians in Central India, “This Hostility is Often Driven by a Belief That Indians Ought to be Hindu” – July 24, 2024

Weekly News Brief 6/6/24

Breaking World News

European Parliament Elections Kick Off In Netherlands (Worthy News Radio)
The Netherlands kicked off four days of voted in the European Union when almost 400 million voters can elect 720 members of the European Parliament at a time of turmoil across the continent.

UN Nuclear Agency Board Rebukes Iran for Non-Cooperation
The board of the United Nations’ International Atomic Energy Agency on Wednesday passed a resolution censuring Iran for its ongoing refusal to cooperate with the agency’s nuclear watchdog inspectors, the Associated Press reports. The resolution was introduced by France, Germany and Britain.

Massive Voting Underway In Europe At Time Of War
In the second-biggest exercise in democracy behind India’s recent elections, almost 400 million voters will elect 720 members of the European Parliament (EP) from beyond the Arctic circle to the edges of Africa and Asia at a time when Europe faces its most significant armed conflict since World War Two.

Latest World News Headlines

Recovering Slovakia’s PM Forgives Shooter But Blames Opposition – June 6, 2024

Russia’s Putin Threatens West With Long-Range Missiles, Nuclear Weapons (Worthy News In-Depth) – June 5, 2024

German Far-Right Politician Wounded In Knife Attack – June 5, 2024

Gunman Attacks US Embassy in Beirut, Injuring Guard Before Being Shot – June 5, 2024

Dutch Fishing Town Urk Welcomes Jews After Antisemitic Attacks – June 5, 2024

Houthis Launch Missiles at American Vessel in Red Sea – June 4, 2024

Germany: ‘Islamist Extremist Kills Police Officer’; Several Injured (Worthy News Focus) – June 4, 2024

US/South Korea Clash with Russia/China at UNSC Meeting – June 4, 2024

North Korea Sends 900 Balloons Filled with Trash/Excrement into South Korea – June 4, 2024

WHO: ‘Pandemic Treaty By 2025’ Despite Global Outcry – June 3, 2024

Breaking Israel News

US Signs $3 Billion Deal Providing 25 More F-35 Fighter Jets to Israel
Despite recent diplomatic fissures over Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza, the United States on Tuesday officially signed off on a $3 billion deal to provide Israel with 25 additional F-35 fighter jets, bringing to 75 the total number of coveted US stealth planes provided to Israel, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. Tuesday’s deal ensures Israel’s qualitative military edge in the Middle East, and is funded by US military aid.

IDF Destroys Major Hamas Tunnel and Rocket Launcher Hidden Under UN Post
Amid talks to bring about the release of hostages and a ceasefire in Gaza, the Israel Defense Forces operating in the Gaza city of Rafah on Wednesday destroyed a major Hamas tunnel and deactivated ready-to-fire rocket launchers that were hidden in a UN post in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, the Jerusalem Post reports.

Israel and Hezbollah Draw Closer to Full-Scale War
While still deeply entrenched in a war against Hamas in Gaza, Israel is coming closer to a full-scale war with Hezbollah in Lebanon as well, the Wall Street Journal says in a report that references the views of Israeli officials.

Latest Israel News Headlines

AI-Created Gaza Picture Raises Concerns (Worthy News Analysis) – June 5, 2024

Iranian General Reportedly Killed In Alleged Israeli Strike in Syria – June 4, 2024

Israel: More Than 100,000 Protestors Call for Netanyahu’s Resignation, Hostage Deal – June 4, 2024

Prominent Hezbollah Terrorist Killed As Fires Rage Across Northern Israel – June 3, 2024

Israeli Defense Minister Says ‘We Are Steadily Choking Hamas” and Preparing For Alternative Government in Gaza – June 2, 2024

Biden Calls for End of War, Netanyahu Calls Deal ‘Non-Starter’ Unless Conditions Met – June 2, 2024

Hamas Publishes Hostage Video As Biden Reveals Ceasefire Plan – May 31, 2024

Breaking U.S. News

Border Experts: Biden Plan Will Bring Another 2 Million Into Country a Year
Former Border security leaders serving under multiple presidents and whose careers span decades in law enforcement say President Joe Biden’s “border security” announcement Tuesday won’t secure the border but instead will facilitate more illegal immigration, bringing in another two million people into the country illegally a year.

Number of US Job Openings Falls to Lowest Level in 3 Years
Statistics published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics on Tuesday show that job openings in April were at their lowest level since 2021, Newsweek reports.

US House Approves Bill to Punish ICC for Israel War crimes Investigation
The US House of Representatives on Tuesday passed a bipartisan bill to impose sanctions on International Criminal Court officials who target American or Israeli citizens for investigation or prosecution, the Washington Times reports.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Biden Announces ‘Border Security’ Measures Five Months Ahead of Election – June 4, 2024

Excess Deaths Remained Elevated Even After COVID-19 Vaccines, Study Finds – June 4, 2024

GOP Senators Slam Biden’s Immigration Executive Order – June 4, 2024

California Senate Passes Bill to Ban Teachers From Notifying Parents of Student Gender Transitions – June 4, 2024

Congress Probes Federal Funds for Antisemitic Indoctrination, Terrorism – June 3, 2024

Trump Calls on Supreme Court After Hush Money Conviction – June 3, 2024

Russian State TV Predicts US ‘Civil War’ If Trump Imprisoned – June 2, 2024

Breaking Christian News

India: 15 Christian Families Denied Basic Amenities for Refusal to Renounce Christ
Council authorities in India’s Chhattisgarh state have denied basic human necessities to 15 Christian families who refuse to renounce Christ and worship a local Hindu god, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

700,000 Prisoners To Be Reached With Gospel in 70 Nations’ (Worthy News Mission Watch)
Two major Christian organizations working in jails have agreed to “share the Gospel” of Christ with hundreds of thousands of prisoners and their families.

Nigeria: Fulani Terrorists Murder Assemblies of God Pastor and Four Other Christians
Christians in Plateau state, Nigeria are devastated after Fulani terrorists murdered an Assemblies of God pastor, his wife, and three other church members less than one week after Christian Irigwe and Muslim Fulani leaders met to discuss an end to the decades-long slaughter of believers by radicalized Islamic militants.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Pakistan: Elderly Christian Man Accused of Blasphemy Dies from Wounds Inflicted by Islamic Mob – June 5, 2024

Wycliffe Associates Undergoes Efforts to Supply Printed Bibles to Persecuted Christians in North Africa and the Middle East – June 4, 2024

Nicaragua: US Missionary Remains Wrongfully Charged With Fraud, Colleagues Still in Prison – May 30, 2024

2.5 Billion Christians Invited to Participate in Gather25 Commissioning Event – May 30, 2024

Myanmar: Military Junta Rounds Up Dozens of Christian Leaders – May 30, 2024

Christian Ministry to Release First-Ever JESUS Movie in ASL for Deaf People – May 29, 2024

Severely Persecuted Yemeni Christian Suffering Deteriorating Health in Egyptian Prison – May 29, 2024

Weekly News Brief: 5/1/24

Breaking World News

The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.

Dozens Detained As Freedom Riots Hit Georgia

The smoke cleared Wednesday in the streets of Georgia’s capital after dozens of people were detained while an opposition leader was seen bandaged and bruised, as security forces cracked down on the latest protest outside Parliament against a bill that demonstrators say threatens press freedom.

Sudan: “A Crisis of Epic Proportions is Brewing,” Warns US Ambassador to UN


The US ambassador to the United Nations warned Monday that “history is repeating itself” as Sudan faces a “crisis of epic proportions” that includes a “large-scale massacre” in El-Fasher in the Darfur region, AFP reports.

Australia: Church Leader Forgives Teenager Who Stabbed Him In The Eye During Worship Service


An Australian Assyrian church leader who was stabbed in the eye among other parts of his body during a livestream worship service on Apr. 15 has already returned to the pulpit saying he forgives the attacker, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

LATEST WORLD NEWS HEADLINES

UN Court Rejects Nicaragua’s Request To Halt Germany’s Aid To Israel – April 30, 2024

China Sending Robotic Spacecraft To Moon As Space Race Heats Up – April 30, 2024

NATO Chief: ‘Allies Delayed Arms For Ukraine’ – April 30, 2024

Russia Seizes Villages in Ukraine in Latest Offensive – April 30, 2024

Serbia Jails Attackers Of Journalist – April 29, 2024

China Could Soon Threaten US From Space, General Warns – April 28, 2024

US Delivers More Patriot Missiles To Ukraine As Kyiv Cried For Help – April 28, 2024

Dutch Fear More Antisemitic Attacks; Jews Consider Fleeing – April 28, 2024

Britain’s BBC Under Pressure Over Migrant Tragedy That Killed 5 – April 28, 2024

Dutch Anti-Islam Leader Pledges To Form Government – April 28, 2024

Breaking Israel News

Government Working on Immediate IDF Enlistment of Ultra-Orthodox Men
Amid ongoing legal proceedings to finalize the matter, Israel’s government has told the country’s Supreme Court justices that it is working on the immediate enlistment of army-age ultra-Orthodox (Haredi) men into the Israel Defense Forces, i24News reports.

Israel’s Premier Condemns Planned Arrests By International Court


Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned reported plans by the International Criminal Court (ICC) to issue arrest warrants for Israeli government officials on charges related to the conduct of its war against Hamas.

European Academics Boycotting Israeli Researchers Since Oct. 7 War

A new report published by Israel’s Innovation, Science and Technology Ministry shows that, since the Oct. 7 massacre which triggered the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, academic researchers from European countries have been increasingly unwilling to cooperate with their Israeli counterparts, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. The boycott primarily affects research in the fields of medicine, biology, physics, space, and computer science.

LATEST ISRAEL NEWS HEADLINES

Israel Threatens To Destroy Syria Regime If It Joins Gaza War – April 29, 2024

‘EU Nations To Recognize the State of Palestine’ – April 29, 2024

Hamas Reviewing Israeli Ceasefire/Hostage Release Proposal – April 29, 2024

Israel Moves to Prevent ICC Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Others Amid Gaza Conflict – April 28, 2024

US Building Maritime Aid Pier for Gaza – April 27, 2024

2,000 Year-Old Clay Token Uncovered at Temple Mount May Have Been Used by Pilgrims to Second Temple – April 25, 2024

IDF Reports Elimination of Half of Hezbollah Commanders in South Lebanon Following Strikes on 40 Hezbollah Locations – April 25, 2024

Breaking U.S. News

Texas Law Enforcement, Feds Seize Large Amounts of Cocaine, Weapons at Border

Texas Department of Public Safety and U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers are seizing large quantities of cocaine at the border.

US: Lawmakers Preparing Bill To Sanction ICC If It Issues Israel Arrest Warrants

A number of US lawmakers from both the Republican and Democratic parties are working on legislation that would sanction the International Criminal Court if it decides to issue arrest warrants for Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanhyahu or other senior Israeli officials, Axios reported exclusively.

Multiple States Sue Over Biden Title IX Rule

Several Republican attorneys general have sued over the Biden administration’s Title IX rule change, arguing it is illegal. More states are expected to follow.

LATEST U.S. NEWS HEADLINES

Biden’s Student Debt Cancellation Could Cost Taxpayers $1.4 Trillion – April 30, 2024

Number Of Babies Born In US Drops To Historic Lows – April 29, 2024

House Committee Probes Banks Alleged to Have Helped Feds Spy on Americans – April 28, 2024

Elevated Inflation, Poor GDP Growth Raise Concerns – April 28, 2024

USA: Supreme Court Considering Whether Idaho Abortion Ban Supersedes Federal Emergency Care Requirement – April 25, 2024

Arizona Lawmakers Vote To Repeal Civil War-Era Abortion Ban – April 25, 2024

Florida Passes Law Allowing Chaplains In Public Schools – April 25, 2024

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: Evangelical Pastor Murdered in Kaduna State, “We Can No Longer Bear This”
A Christian pastor in Nigeria’s Kaduna state was ambushed and murdered by gunmen as he traveled to visit members of his church last month, Christian Daily reports.

Mozambique: Christians Under Increasing Threat From Islamic Insurgents
Christians in northern Mozambique have come under increasing threat from Islamic extremist insurgents fighting the Mozambican government in order to impose their version of Muslim law and control on the country, The Roys Report (TRR) has said.

Nigeria: Fulani Terrorists Massacre Christians in Benue State, “I Am Afraid That By 2030 We Will Have Lost A Generation”

Fulani Islamic herdsmen are continuing a protracted, exceedingly brutal, violent campaign to clear rural areas in Nigeria’s Benue state of Christians, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. 

Latest Christian News Headlines

March for Martyrs in Washington DC Highlights Persecution of Christians Worldwide – April 29, 2024

Nigeria: 30 Christians Slaughtered in Plateau State, “No Effort Has Been Made by the Government to Curtail These Attacks” – April 29, 2024

Egypt: Islamic Extremists Destroy Homes in Christian Village – April 25, 2024

Christians Protest Antisemitism At US Universities – April 25, 2024

Christian Rights Group Renews Call For End To India’s Anti-Conversion Laws – April 25, 2024

Myanmar: US Calls For Release of Imprisoned Baptist Pastor – April 24, 2024

India: Pastor and Brother Attacked by Sikhs With Swords, “We Warned You Not To Convert People” – April 24, 2024

Weekly News Brief: 1/4/23

Iran Attacks US Military Bases 118 Times (Worthy News Investigation)


Iranian militias have attacked American bases in Syria and Iraq at least 118 times since October 17, including five times since the start of 2024, injuring scores from U.S. forces, Worthy News learned Wednesday.

Scores Killed As Aftershocks Hit Japan


Aftershocks shook parts of Japan on Wednesday as the death toll from a series of strong earthquakes rose to 62, authorities said, prompting Pope Francis to pray for the nation.

Over 100 Killed At Tomb Of Assassinated Iranian General


More than 100 people have been killed and scores injured by two bombs near the tomb of Iran’s General Qasem Soleimani on the fourth anniversary of his assassination by the United States, Iranian officials said Wednesday.

Latest World News Headlines

Israel Warns Of World War III With Iran After Deadly Red Sea Clash, Nuclear Arms Race – January 3, 2024

Saudi Arabia Officially Joins BRICS – January 2, 2024

Five Dead At Japanese Coastguard Plane In Collision With Passenger Aircraft – January 2, 2024

US Announces Aircraft Carrier Strike Group Returning Home After Extended Deployment in Middle East – January 1, 2024

Japan Issues Tsunami Warning After Strong Earthquakes – January 1, 2024

Scores Killed As Russia Steps Up Attacks On Ukraine (Worthy News Radio) – January 1, 2024

Thousands Rally Against Serbia’s ‘Fraudulent Vote’ – January 1, 2024

Russia Strikes Ukraine With Missiles and Drones, Killing Many (Worthy News Radio) – December 29, 2023

Russia and Iran Sign Bilateral Trade Agreement, Ditches the Dollar – December 28, 2023

UN Condemns Indonesia’s Attacks Against Rohingya Refugees – December 28, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Hezbollah Leader Blames Israel’s Aggression For Killing Hamas Official


The leader of the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia, Hassan Nasrallah, has blamed “flagrant Israeli aggression” for the death of the deputy Hamas leader on Tuesday.

Turkey Detains 33 Individuals on Charges of Spying for Israel


On Tuesday, Turkish authorities reported the arrest of 33 individuals for allegedly spying on behalf of Mossad, Israel’s foreign intelligence agency. The announcement was made on Tuesday by the Turkish Interior minister, who accused the suspects of targeting foreigners living in the country.

Hamas Says Deputy Head Killed in Lebanon


Hamas, condemned as a terrorist organization by Israel and most of its allies, says its deputy head, Saleh al-Arouri, has been killed in a blast in Beirut.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel Supreme Court Strikes Down Judical Overhaul Legislation – January 1, 2024

Israel Air Strikes Kill 19 Pro-Iran Fighters – December 31, 2023

Israel Hits Airport, Military Sites In Syria – December 29, 2023

Two-Thirds Of Arab Israelis Feel Part Of Israel And Its Problems, New Poll Shows – December 28, 2023

Israel Under Pressure For Ceasefire Condemns Hitler Remarks – December 28, 2023

IDF Chief ‘Approved Plans’ in North as Towns Near Lebanon Face Intense Hezbollah Fire – December 28, 2023

Israel Fighting Multi-Front War, Israeli Defense Minister Says – December 26, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Trump Appeals Colorado Supreme Court’s Removal From Ballot to U.S. Supreme Court


Former President Donald Trump fulfilled a promise made last month to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court after the Colorado Supreme Court ruled he wasn’t constitutionally eligible for the state’s Republican presidential primary ballot in March.

Border Residents to Congress: ‘Stop Holding Press Conferences, Shut Down the Border’


As another Republican congressional delegation arrived in Eagle Pass, Texas, Wednesday to hold another news conference and meet local residents, many Texans living at the border say they are fed up and want Congress to shut down the border.

Indiana: Christian Couple Petition SCOTUS to Review State’s Removal of Gender-Confused Son From Their Home


A Christian couple in Indiana have filed a petition asking the US Supreme Court to review the state’s Department of Child Services (DCS) removal of their son from their home because they refused to use the female name and pronouns he had chosen for himself, CBN News reports.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Over 200 US Service Members Demand Accountability From Military Leaders’ “Lawlessness” and “Experimentation” in Enforcing COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate – January 3, 2024

National Debt Passes $34 Trillion – January 2, 2024

Trump Files Appeal of Maine’s Ballot Disqualification – January 2, 2024

Harvard President Gay Resigns After Allegations of Antisemitism and Plagiarism – January 2, 2024

Idaho Judge Allows Lawsuit Requesting Clarification on Exemptions to State Abortion Ban – January 2, 2024

US: Economy at Risk as Office Building Owners Struggle to Repay $117 Billion in Commercial Mortgages Due This Year – January 2, 2024

Iowa: Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Law Which Bans Certain Books and Prohibits Discussion of LGBTQ Issues in Elementary Schools – January 2, 2024

Breaking Christian News

Mauritania Christians Thank God for Release of 15 Brethren Arrested After Circulation of Baptismal Video


Local Christians are thanking God as Mauritania authorities have now released 15 believers who were arrested after video footage of their participation in a baptismal ceremony in November triggered local Muslims to demand their imprisonment on the grounds of illegal proselytization, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

Nigeria: Boko Haram Kills Two Christians in Christmas Day Attack


The Boko Haram Islamic jihadist terror group killed two Christians during a murderous rampage through a predominantly Christian village in Nigeria’s Adamawa state on Christmas Day, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

Former PLO Terrorist Who Converted to Christianity Hopes Israel-Hamas war Will Cause Gaza Palestinians to Accept Christ


Amid reports that Muslims around the world are accepting Jesus at extraordinary levels through dreams, a Palestinian who fought Israel with the Palestinian Liberation Organization before he became a Christian in the 1990s has stated he hopes the Israel-Hamas war will lead Gaza Palestinians to accept the Gospel, the Christian Post (CP) reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Muslims Are Encountering Christ Through Dreams at Levels Not Seen for Over 1,000 years, Assemblies of God Missionaries Say – January 2, 2024

Uganda: Islamic-State Affiliates Slaughter 10 Christians in Run-Up to Christmas, “The Christians Will Not Celebrate the Birth of Issa [Jesus]” – January 1, 2024

‘Muslim Son Kills Mother In Uganda For Praying To Jesus’ – December 31, 2023

Nigeria President Orders Arrests After Massacre of 160 Christians – December 28, 2023

Christian Athletes Ministry Records Over 51,500 Decisions for Christ in 2023 Fiscal Year – December 28, 2023

Canada: 15 Churches Were Torched in 2023, Four in Alberta Alone – December 28, 2023

Nigeria: At Least 160 Christians Massacred in “Well Coordinated” Genocidal Christmas Attacks – December 27, 2023

Weekly News Brief: 12/27/23

The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.

Iran Tripling Production Near Weapons-Grade Uranium; Armed Confrontation Closer


A nuclear arms confrontation between Iran and Israel and its allies has come closer after confirmation that Tehran tripled production of nearly weapons-grade uranium, Worthy News established Wednesday.

German Ex-Finance Minister Schäuble Dies, Leaving Behind Strong Nation


Wolfgang Schäuble, the Christian Democratic politician who helped lead Europe’s largest economy through the worst financial challenges since World War Two, has died at the age of 81, his family said.

UK Government Publishes Draft Guidance for Schools to Inform Parents If Child Wants to Change Gender


The UK’s Conservative government last week published draft guidelines indicating that schools in England should tell the parents if a child wants to change their gender identity, Politico reports.

Latest World News Headlines

Hungary’s Premier Defends Trump Actions; Promises Talks With Ukrainian Leader – December 27, 2023

US Military Downs Houthi Missiles And Drones – December 27, 2023

Russia Admits Warship Hit In Turbulent Christmas (Worthy News Radio) – December 26, 2023

Russia Completes Nuclear Deliveries To Belarus – December 26, 2023

US Hit Terror Groups In Iraq – December 26, 2023

Iran Vows Retaliation After Israel Kills General – December 26, 2023

Tensions in Middle East Intensify As Iran Adds ‘Fully Smart’ 1000-Km Cruise Missiles to its Arsenal – December 25, 2023

U.S. Alleges China’s Theft of AI Technology Boosting Espionage Against American Citizens – December 25, 2023

Ukraine Christmas Overshadowed By Russian Attacks (Worthy News Radio) – December 24, 2023

Iran Denies Planning Houthi Attacks – December 24, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Israel Fighting Multi-Front War, Israeli Defense Minister Says


Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that Israel is currently engaged in a multi-front war, being attacked from seven different sides. Gallant warned of a long, brutal war with a heavy price and stressed the need for national determination and unity in the coming months.

Hezbollah Hit Israel’s Church And Troops, Injuring Several


Israel’s military said Tuesday an anti-tank missile fired from the “terror group Hezbollah” in Lebanon had struck a church in northern Israel and injured a civilian in the latest cross-border attacks that also moderately injured nine Israeli soldiers.

Pre-Emptive Strike Against Hezbollah Thwarted by Biden


President Biden reportedly urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cancel a preemptive strike against Hezbollah, citing concerns about the possibility of a broader regional conflict, according to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ).

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel Hits Hezbollah with ‘Wide-Scale’ Airstrikes As Rockets Fall From Lebanon – December 25, 2023

War Prompts Cancelation Bethlehem Christmas – December 25, 2023

UN Security Council Passes Resolution to Increase Humanitarian Aid to Gaza; U.S. Abstains and Expresses Criticism of UN – December 22, 2023

Israel Claims 2,000 Hamas Terrorists Killed in December, 8,000 Overall; Lebanon Border Heats Up – December 21, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

ICE Agents Arrest 26 Convicted Sexual Predators in 2-Day Operation in LA


ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations (ICE-ERO) Los Angeles agents arrested 26 convicted criminals who were illegally living in the U.S. during a two-day enforcement operation that took place between Dec. 18 and Dec. 20, ICE says.

US Messianic Congregation Vandalized


Messianic Jewish believers in New Jersey were searching for answers after their congregation’s property was attacked and turned into “a war zone.”

Michigan: Christian Parents File Lawsuit After School Uses Masculine Pronouns for 13-Year Old Autistic Daughter Without Informing Them


Two parents have filed suit against the Rockford Public School District in Michigan after teachers at their 13 year-old autistic daughter’s teachers began using her stated preferred masculine name and pronouns without telling them, the Hill reports.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Trump Vows To End ‘War On Christians’ – December 26, 2023

US Marks Anniversary of Repeal of Exclusion Act As Surge of Chinese Immigrants Come to America – December 25, 2023

School Boards Begin Voting On New Measure to Allow Chaplains to Volunteer in Schools – December 25, 2023

US Government Backs Anti-Israel Groups Through ‘Dark Money’ Scheme – December 25, 2023

Michigan’s Capitol Faces ‘Satanic’ Christmas – December 24, 2023

Biden Approves $886 Billion Defense Bill and FISA Extension on Friday, Right Before Christmas – December 22, 2023

SCOTUS Rejects Special Counsel’s Request to Decide Trump’s Immunity Claim, Handing Trump a Win – December 22, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: At Least 160 Christians Massacred in “Well Coordinated” Genocidal Christmas Attacks


Islamic terrorists slaughtered at least 160 Christians in Nigeria’s Plateau state during “well-coordinated” genocidal attacks carried out from Saturday night through Christmas Day, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

China: Government Directs Christian Groups to Emphasize Identification with Chinese Culture


China’s governing Communist Party has instructed state-approved Christian church organizations that they must “strictly” manage their religious affairs in a manner that emphasizes their identification with the Chinese communist government and with Chinese culture and nationalism, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reports.

Arizona: Street Evangelist Who Was Shot in the Head is Making “Miraculous” Steps Toward Recovery, Wife Says


A US military veteran who was shot in the head while street preaching in Arizona last month is making such remarkable steps toward recovery that his wife has described them as “miracles,” CBN News reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Mauritania: Authorities Arrest 15 Christian Leaders After Circulation of Baptism – December 27, 2023

Indonesia: Rights Advocates Call for Amendment/Revocation of Blasphemy Law Against Islam – December 26, 2023

Uganda: Two Christians Jailed, Charged With Blaspheming Islam by Preaching Gospel – December 26, 2023

Arrests And Security Around European Churches Amid Fears Of Christmas Attacks – December 25, 2023

Vietnamese Christian Refugees Facing Arrest and Harassment in Thailand – December 22, 2023

Christian Colleges Have Increased Their Support for Abortion/Planned Parenthood Since 2021, Study Shows – December 22, 2023

Nigeria: Slaughter of Christians Continues, 8 Murdered in Plateau State – December 21, 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.

Biden admin set to allow Iran UN sanctions on ballistic missile program to expire: ‘Huge victory for Tehran’

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

News from this Week 10/11/22

The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.

Iran racing to expand enrichment at underground plant, IAEA report shows

Iran is speeding ahead in its expansion of uranium enrichment at the Natanz nuclear facility, according to a report in Reuters early Tuesday.

Numerous Killed In Massive Russian Strikes On Ukraine

Authorities say a massive wave of Russian missile strikes on cities across Ukraine, including the capital, killed at least 11 people and injured dozens more. Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed the strikes saying they were in response to an attack on a bridge linking Russia and occupied Crimea and warned of more violence.

Multiple Explosions Rock Kyiv; Several Killed (Update)

Russian missiles hit Ukraine’s capital Kyiv and several other cities across the country, killing at least eight people and injuring many more, authorities and witnesses said.

Latest World News Headlines

Dozens Killed, Injured In Massive Russian Strike In Ukraine – October 9, 2022

Thailand Childcare Attack Kills 37 – October 9, 2022

U.S. aircraft carrier concludes drills with Japan, South Korea as North Korea fires another missile – October 9, 2022

‘A time bomb’: Anger rises in Kurdish city at heart of Iran protests – October 9, 2022

Iranian students clash with police as deadly regime crackdown nears 20th day – October 6, 2022

US strikes in Syria kill top ‘IS’ leaders – October 6, 2022

US to send $625 million in new aid to Ukraine – October 6, 2022

Breaking Israel News

Lebanon receives ‘satisfying’ updated US proposal for maritime deal with Israel

Lebanon on Monday received an updated draft of a US-brokered maritime agreement with Israel that satisfies its previous concerns and could imminently lead to a “historic deal,” Beirut’s top negotiator told Reuters.

IDF makes strides in space tech race with new satellites

Thousands of new nanosatellites will soon join the growing arsenal of space technology at the disposal of the Israeli military.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel to allow natural gas extraction off Gaza – October 9, 2022

Israel Poll: Netanyahu Would Have 61 Seats to Form Coalition – October 9, 2022

Gantz puts IDF on alert in north as Lebanese maritime border talks falter – October 6, 2022

Security cabinet to review terms of US-proposed maritime deal with Lebanon – October 5, 2022

Breaking U.S. News

U.S. Congress could be in for bruising debt-ceiling fight after midterms

If Republicans win control of the U.S. House of Representatives in November’s midterm elections, they expect to use a powerful and potentially dangerous tool as leverage in their dealings with Democratic President Joe Biden: The federal debt ceiling.

Doctors File Lawsuit Against California’s COVID-19 ‘Misinformation’ Law

The Liberty Justice Center is filing a lawsuit against the California Medical Board and the California Attorney General on behalf of two practicing doctors, alleging that the state’s COVID-19 Misinformation Bill violates the First and Fourteenth Amendment.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Democrats cram unrelated policies into defense bill – October 9, 2022

Judge says Durham can keep his witness list secret for Danchenko trial – October 9, 2022

Judge orders FBI to turn over information on laptop of homicide victim Democrat staffer Seth Rich – October 9, 2022

Biden pardoning all prior federal offenses of simple marijuana possession – October 6, 2022

Feds believe they have sufficient evidence to charge Hunter Biden with tax, gun crimes, report – October 6, 2022

5th Circuit Court Strikes down DACA, Orders No New Applicants – October 6, 2022

US housing recession may be worse than in 2008 – October 6, 2022

Breaking Christian News

Afghanistan: Taliban behead Christian man on video

The International Christian Concern (ICC) nonprofit human rights organization reported Sunday it had just received a video of the Taliban beheading a Christian man in Afghanistan.

Nigeria: Christian woman on trial for blaspheming Islam in WhatsApp message

A Christian woman who was imprisoned without bail for blaspheming Islam in a WhatsApp message has gone on trial in Nigeria’s Bauchi state, Morning Star News (MSN) reported on October 5.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Belarus: Authorities ban Christian church congregation from holding worship services

Uganda: Two evangelists attacked after leading Muslims to Christ – October 10, 2022

Embattled Christian baker appeals ruling over gender transition cake request – October 6, 2022

Uganda: New converts to Christ severely beaten by Islamic extremists – October 4, 2022

Christians murdered by Islamic terrorists in Plateau, “a strategy to wipe out the Christian population” – October 4, 2022

Uganda: Two Christian women violently attacked, one killed – October 3, 2022

Alleged Abuser Of Pastor’s Child In Malaysia Jail (Update)  – October 3, 2022

Former Jailed Pakistan Christian In Thailand With Family (Worthy News Investigation) – October 3, 2022