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

Weekly News Brief: 11/12/23

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

Man Jailed for Murder Journalist Politkovskaya freed for fighting in Ukraine (Worthy News Radio)

One of the men convicted over the 2006 murder of Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya has been pardoned after fighting in Ukraine. His release comes as many questions remain unanswered about the death of the investigative reporter.

Ukraine Fears Russian Winter Attacks as EU Gathers for Summit (Worthy News Radio)

Ukraine has been on top of the agenda alongside the Israel-Gaza war at the summit of European Union ministers in Brussels, after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, warned of a brutal winter with more Russian attacks expected against his country’s infrastructure. However, Germany already pledged that its support for the war-torn nation would be “massively expanded” next year.

Terminally Ill Baby Dies After Life Support Was Withdrawn Against Parents Wishes

A terminally ill baby has died after British health authorities and courts denied her further treatment despite pleas from her Christian parents and Italy, a group supporting the family confirmed.

Latest World News Headlines

Iceland declares state of emergency while preparing for volcanic eruption – November 13, 2023

US Launches Third Wave of Airstrikes in Syria – November 13, 2023

Somalia: Devastating floods kill at least 31 people, displace hundreds of thousands more – November 13, 2023

Climate Icon Thunberg Interrupted After Turning Protest Into Anti-Israel Event (Video) – November 13, 2023

EU Warns Of Genocide In Sudan; Pope Urges Aid (Worthy News-Investigation) – November 13, 2023

Indonesia’s Top Islamic Body Bans Israel Products; Christians Concerned – November 13, 2023

Global Anti-Israel Protests Prompt Clashes (Video) – November 11, 2023

Hezbollah Leader Warns ‘Victory is Coming’ As Israel Warns Of War With Lebanon – November 11, 2023

Iran Urges Destruction Of Israel And Calls Palestine ‘Most Important Issue’ To Arab World – November 11, 2023

Turkey’s President Says Hamas ‘Protect Their Land’ – November 11, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Israel Army Blows Up Gaza Parliament, Enters Hospital (Video)

Israel’s army blew up Hamas’s parliament building in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, two days after soldiers in the Golani Unit pictures themselves holding Israeli flags there, footage obtained by Worthy News showed.

Israel Captures Key Gaza Sites, Hamas Government Overthrown, Hospital Raided (In-Depth

The troubled Gaza enclave appeared to be without a functioning government on Wednesday after Israeli forces captured several governmental sites in the territory, footage obtained by Worthy News confirmed.

U.S. Sending Israel Armaments on Near-Daily Basis

The Pentagon quietly boosts military aid to Israel, delivering military armaments on a “near-daily basis”, according to Bloomberg News.

Latest Israel News Headlines

18 Israelis Injured As Hezbollah Attacks Israel – November 13, 2023

Hamas Using Children’s Hospital To Hide Hostages, Weapons (Worthy News-Investigation) – November 13, 2023

‘Hamas Has Lost Control of the Gaza Strip’ As Fighting Continues (Videos) – November 13, 2023

European Union condemns Hamas’ use of “human shields” in war against Israel – November 13, 2023

WHO: Gaza’s Main Hospital Not Functioning After Strikes; Israel Denies Hitting Facility  – November 13, 2023

Israel Denies Attacking Gaza’s Largest Hospital – November 12, 2023

Thousands of Anti-War Protesters March in Tel Aviv – November 11, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

US Backs Israel’s Claim that Hamas and PIJ Terrorists Hide in Gaza Hospitals

As the Israel Defense Forces surrounded Gaza City’s Shifa Hospital on Tuesday, the United States backed up Israel’s often-repeated statements that Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists embed themselves and their infrastructure within civilian hospitals, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports.

US Supreme Court Declines to Hear Appeal in Vaccine Requirement Case, New Jersey Mandate Stands

This week, the US Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal in a case concerning COVID-19 vaccination requirements in the workplace, thus allowing a New Jersey vaccine mandate to stand, Newsweek reports.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Seniors Vulnerable to Fraudsters Using Artificial Intelligence in Scams, Florida Watchdog Warns – November 15, 2023

290,000 Unite Against ‘Tsunami of Hate’ At ‘March for Israel’ In Washington D.C. (Worthy News In-Depth) – November 15, 2023

House Approves Temporary Measure to Avert Government Shutdown – November 14, 2023

New Supercomputer Expected to Perform Two Quintillions – Two Billion Billion – Operations Per Second – November 14, 2023

Report: Border crisis could cost U.S. taxpayers $451 billion – November 13, 2023

26 attorneys general: Give states the authority to enforce federal immigration law – November 13, 2023

New Nuclear Stealth Bomber, Successfully Completes Maiden Test Flight – November 13, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: Christian Woman Accused of Blasphemy Has Been Jailed for Months Without Trial

A Christian woman in Nigeria’s Bauchi state has been on remand in custody for five months since her trial on charges of alleged blasphemy and incitement continues to suffer unreasonable delays, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Algeria: Government Continues Crackdown on Churches

The government of Algeria is continuing a systematic crack down on churches, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Church of England General Synod considering approval of blessing prayers for same-sex couples

Among other items on its agenda, the Church of England’s General Synod is currently considering whether to allow clergy to voluntarily perform prayers of blessings for same-sex couples in church, Christian Today reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Nepal Christians Facing Hunger After Quake – November 13, 2023

650,000 At Evangelism Rallies In Nicaragua; ‘Tens of Thousands Accept Christ’ (Worthy News In-Depth) – November 12, 2023

Uganda: Islamic extremist sets his wife on fire for conversion to Christianity – November 9, 2023

Nepal: Pastor must serve one year in prison for alleged proselytization, Supreme Court says – November 7, 2023

Nigeria: Terrorists attack Christian village in Kaduna state – November 7, 2023

Sudan: Buildings belonging to Christians shelled in ongoing conflict – November 7, 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 introduce bill to protect religious foster carers from forced affirmation of LGBTQ childrens’ gender identity

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: 10/4/23

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.

Nigeria: Islamic terrorists inflict years-long campaign of terror on Pastors, Christians in Kaduna state

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: 9/13/23

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.

Israel has thwarted 27 terror attacks by Iran in 2023, “the time has come to exact a price” Mossad chief says

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

Weekly News Brief: 9/6/23

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

Cancer cases grow by 79% in young people – as ‘alarming’ study suggests key reasonsCancer cases among young people across the world have grown by 79%, according to an “alarming” study.

Syria’s U.S.-backed Kurdish forces hope to end weeklong clashes with militia in the ‘next 24 hours’Syria’s U.S.-backed and Kurdish-led forces on Tuesday pushed deeper into the last stronghold of Arab tribesmen who have taken up arms against them in eastern Syria. A spokesperson said they hoped to end the dayslong clashes there in the “next 24 hours.”

Russia Shoots Down More Ukrainian Drones As It Talks To North Korea (Worthy News Radio)Russia said Tuesday that it shot down several Ukraine-launched drones targeting Moscow, the country’s capital. The announcement came amid reports that Russia seeks to intensify its war against Ukraine by contacting North Korea for support.

Latest World News Headlines

UN Nuclear Watchdog Report Seen by AP Says Iran Slows Its Enrichment of Near-Weapons-Grade Uranium – September 4, 2023Kim Jong Un to visit Putin in Russia for talks on possible weapons supply – September 4, 2023Ukraine’s President Replacing Defense Minister – September 4, 2023Hungary Celebrates Birth Of Israel, Budapest – September 4, 2023Russia Puts Feared Nuclear ‘Satan 2’ Missiles On Combat Duty – September 3, 2023Iran claims to foil major Mossad attempt to insert defective parts into its missiles – September 3, 2023Security Council extends UNIFIL peacekeepers’ mandate, rejects Hezbollah demands – September 3, 2023

Breaking Israel News

After Eritrean riots, Israeli government proposes sweeping illegal immigration lawFollowing widespread rioting by Eritrean illegal immigrants in Tel Aviv, MK Simcha Rothman (Religious Zionist Party) is proposing a new law which would ease the authorities’ ability to deport them.Bahrain reiterates support for two-state solution along pre-1967 lines while celebrating “historic” opening of first Israeli embassy

During a ceremony welcoming the historic opening of Bahrain’s first Israeli embassy, Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al Zayani made sure to reiterate that his country supports a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, including Israel’s withdrawal to pre-1967 lines, the Jerusalem Post reports. Bahrain normalized diplomatic relations with Israel under the 2020 US-brokered Abraham Accords.

Latest Israel News Headlines

American defense pact at forefront of Saudi talks, says senior Israeli official – September 4, 2023Coalition, opposition come together to reject reported bargain on judicial overhaul – September 4, 2023Israel to boost Air Force power with new F-35 squadron – September 3, 2023Israel mulls response after Tel Aviv riot leaves 170 injured – September 3, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Interest on national debt on pace to eclipse entitlements, defense spending amid funding battlesSustained deficit spending by the U.S. government helped push the national debt up to a jaw dropping $31.38 trillion in 2023, according to U.S. Treasury data. Fiscal watchdogs are now predicting that the interest alone on that debt will soon eclipse both entitlements and defense spending as a major component of the annual budget.

California AG says pro-life group can demonstrate at Fresno abortion clinicThe state of California said Tuesday that a pro-life outreach center can continue its sidewalk campaign to deter women from entering a nearby abortion clinic.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Judge rules against latest attempt to block WA’s ban on sale of assault weapons – September 5, 2023Federal Deficit Projected to Double This Year – September 4, 2023Death At Rain-Soaked Burning Man Festival – September 4, 2023Proud Boys Leader Get 18 Years For Attacking US Capitol – September 4, 2023Fifth Circuit sides with ivermectin-prescribing doctors in their quarrel with the FDA – September 3, 2023Obama-Appointed Judge Rules State Officials Don’t Have To Change Birth Certificates To Match People’s Gender Identity – September 3, 2023Federal judge blocks Tennessee county from enforcing state drag ban – September 3, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: More than 1,000 Christians murdered by Islamic militants in 2023

The International Christian Concern (ICC) international aid advocacy organization reports that over 1,000 Christians have been murdered by Islamic militant extremists in Nigeria so far this year. The killings were carried out by Fulani herdsmen, and the Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa terror groups.

Pakistan: Christians petition High Court for investigation into police misconduct during anti-Christian riotsChurch leaders in Pakistan have petitioned the Lahore High Court for a “thorough and transparent” independent judicial investigation after police illegally arrested Christians instead of the Muslim perpetrators of violent anti-Christian riots which took place in Faisalabad District last month, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

DRC: 48 people killed during anti-UN protest in churchSoldiers in the Democratic Republic of Congo killed 48 civilians when they opened fire on a peaceful anti-United Nations protest being held at a church in Goma, North Kivu province on Wednesday, the Christian Post (CP) reports.

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Pakistan Pastor Shot After Removing Islamic Graffiti From Church – September 4, 2023Uganda: Police foil bomb attack on church in Kampala, hundreds evacuated – September 4, 2023‘Nigerian Army Fires Soldier For Preaching Christ’ – September 4, 2023Pakistan’s Supreme Court ‘Rekindles Hope’, Opposes Forced Marriages of Christian Girls – September 3, 2023Pakistan Churches Face Islamic Graffiti Attacks – August 31, 2023Nigeria: Christians murdered, abducted in Kaduna state – August 31, 2023

Weekly News Brief: 8/16/23

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

Britain Detains Suspected Russian Spies

Questions remained Wednesday after three suspected spies for Russia in Britain were detained and charged in a major national security investigation, several sources said.

UK: Heart attack hospitalizations at record level since pandemic

Record numbers of people have been hospitalized with heart attacks in the wake of the pandemic, official figures show.

North Korea Says Detained U.S. Soldier Admits ‘Illegally’ Entering Nation

Pyongyang has, for the first time, commented on the detention of Travis King, saying the detained U.S. soldier admitted to illegally entering North Korea on July 18.

Latest World News Headlines

UN: Islamic State still has thousands of fighters in Syria/Iraq – August 15, 2023

EU’s New Internet Law Raises Censorship Concerns – August 14, 2023

Ukraine’s President Fires ‘Corrupt Officials’ As Battles Rage (Worthy News Radio) – August 14, 2023

‘Black Day’ For India’s Suffering Dalits – August 14, 2023

Dozens of Migrants Drown Near Italy – August 14, 2023

Norwegian Dam Collapses In Deadly Flooding – August 14, 2023

Russia Speeding To Moon In Space Race – August 13, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Israel “will cease to exist” if there is a new war, Hezbollah leader says

Amid heightened tensions on Israel’s border with Lebanon, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah announced Monday that Israel will “cease to exist” if a new conflict between the Israeli military and the Iran-backed Lebanese terror group should ignite, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports.

Netanyahu, Levin said seeking to freeze overhaul for a year to focus on Haredi draft law

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Justice Minister Yariv Levin are leading a push to freeze any future legislation of the judicial overhaul for an entire year, the Israel Hayom news site reports, citing senior coalition officials.

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Israel may uproot ancient Christian mosaic, send it to US Evangelical museum – August 15, 2023

Israel’s Military Cohesion, Preparedness Threatened as Judicial Reform Sparks Backlash – August 14, 2023

Netanyahu calls off vacation, holds IDF preparedness meeting – August 13, 2023

Iranian munitions storage facility destroyed in attack attributed to Israel – August 13, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Trump faces at least 9 legal battles ahead of and through 2024 election after Georgia indictment

Former President Donald Trump is facing numerous legal battles before the 2024 presidential election and argues he’s being charged with offenses during campaign season.

Pro-life leaders press GOP candidates to defend abortion limits as state ballot fights loom

Last week’s constitutional amendment vote in Ohio is just the start of a wide-ranging plan to obliterate abortion limits in red states, say pro-life advocates, who are urging Republican leaders, starting with the presidential primary candidates, to fight back.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

DC dealt more harshly with pro-life protesters than Black Lives Matter, federal court rules – August 15, 2023

Trump and 18 others indicted in Georgia for conspiring to overturn 2020 election result – August 15, 2023

Judge upholds Nebraska law banning abortion at 12 weeks, Transgender Restrictions for Children – August 14, 2023

Suspected terrorism funder arrested after being released into U.S. at border – August 14, 2023

Scores Killed In “Catastrophic” Hawaii Wildfires – August 14, 2023

Maui Wildfires Now Deadliest US Fire in Past Century – August 13, 2023

US to Invest $1.2 Billion on Facilities to Pull Carbon From Air – August 13, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Indonesia: Muslims demonstrators damage, disrupt two churches

Muslim protestors blocked worship services from taking place at two separate churches in northern Indonesia earlier this month, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. While Christianity is legal under the Indonesian Constitution, the Muslim-majority country ranks 33rd on the US Open Doors World Watch List 2023 of the top 50 countries where Christians are persecuted.

Eritrea: 13 Christians released after 10 years in jail, 300 more believers still imprisoned

Thirteen Christians in Eritrea were released from jail late last month, after being wrongfully imprisoned without charge for 10 years, the Christian Post (CP) reports.

Nigeria: 21 villagers murdered by Islamic militants in Plateau state

Suspected Islamic Fulani extremists murdered 21 people during an attack in northern Nigeria’s Plateau state last week, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Islamic extremists, including radicalized Fulani herdsmen and members of the Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa terror groups, have murdered over 52,000 Christians in Nigeria since 2015.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Christians concerned as Pakistan passes even harsher laws against non-Muslims – August 14, 2023

India: Christian teacher charged with human trafficking for escorting students to Bible institute – August 14, 2023

‘Forever Marked by God’: 12,000 Youth from 230 Churches Seek God Together Before School Year – August 14, 2023

TN MegaChurch Experiences ‘Genuine Move of God’ as 136 Get Spontaneously Baptized – August 14, 2023

Iran Detains Scores Of Christians Ahead Of Anniversary – August 13, 2023

Canadian Supreme Court refuses to hear appeals over worship restrictions on churches – August 13, 2023

Indonesia: East Jakarta church threatened with closure by Islamic authorities – August 10, 2023

Weekly News Brief 8/9/23

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

UN says deal reached with Syria to reopen main border crossing from Turkey

The United Nations announced late Tuesday that an agreement had been reached with Syria to reopen the main border crossing from Turkey to its rebel-held northwest for six months.

Russian Missile Strikes Hit Ukrainian Town, But Moscow Blames Kyiv

Rescue efforts continued in an eastern Ukrainian town on Tuesday as the confirmed death toll following a Russian missile strike rose to seven.

What is Disease X? UK scientists begin work on vaccine for new pandemic

Scientists in the UK have begun developing vaccines to ensure the public is protected against a new pandemic caused by an unknown “Disease X”.

Latest World News Headlines

Biden Admin Has Given $2.35 Billion to Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan – August 8, 2023

Iran gets ready for first parliamentary elections since nationwide protests – August 8, 2023

Fires Rage In Portugal, Floods In Slovenia As Severe Weather Hits Europe (Worthy News Radio) – August 8, 2023

3,000 US Navy troops arrive in Middle East to deter Iran’s seizure of international merchant ships – August 8, 2023

Ukraine’s SBU Prevents Killing President, But Several Die In Russian Strikes – August 8, 2023

US announces $345 million military aid for Taiwan – August 7, 2023

Dozens Killed In Pakistan Train Crash – August 7, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Israeli scientists grow tiny beating heart model from stem cells

A team of Israeli scientists announced on August 7 that they have succeeded in creating a tiny beating heart model grown from stem cells in a lab, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. Researchers believe that the availability of human organoids such as this model heart can help scientists understand human physiology and lead to medical breakthroughs in fighting disease.

U.S., Saudi agree on broad contours of a deal to normalize Israel ties, report

U.S. and Saudi Arabia have agreed on the broad contours of a deal for Saudi Arabia to recognize Israel in exchange for concessions to the Palestinians, U.S. security guarantees and help in advancing a civilian nuclear program. the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel committed to Christians’ safety in Jerusalem amid attacks, police say – August 8, 2023

Israeli Court To Scrutinize Law Protecting Netanyahu in Expanded Hearing – August 7, 2023

Gaza: Hamas sentences seven people to death for “collaboration” with Israel – August 7, 2023

Syria says four soldiers killed in alleged Israeli airstrike on Damascus – August 6, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

CBO says federal deficit will reach $1.7 trillion this year, third worst in history

The Congressional Budget Office revised its projections Tuesday, saying it now expects the federal government to run a $1.7 trillion deficit this year as inflation hits Uncle Sam hard.

US Scientists Repeat Fusion Ignition Breakthrough

U.S. scientists have achieved net energy gain in a fusion reaction for the second time since December, the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory said on Sunday.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Moody’s Downgrades US Banks, Warns of Possible Cuts to Others – August 8, 2023

As credit card debt tops $1 trillion for the first time, ‘a huge test’ for cardholders is coming – August 8, 2023

China is conducting “relentless espionage campaign” against America, US lawmaker reports – August 8, 2023

Texas rescues more than 900 smuggled children at southern border – August 8, 2023

Federal judge halts Colorado’s new gun purchase age limit law – August 7, 2023

Judge overseeing Trump classified documents case deals blows to special counsel Jack Smith – August 7, 2023

Judge orders Catherine Herridge to reveal sources for stories on FBI, Chinese American scientist – August 7, 2023

Breaking Christian News

US nurse and daughter freed after kidnapping in Haiti

U.S. nurse Alix Dorsainvil and her young daughter are free after being kidnapped and held hostage in Haiti, the Christian charity that she works for announced Wednesday.

Man charged for silently praying near abortion clinic in England, critics call it a ‘thoughtcrime’

Authorities in Bournemouth, England, have criminally charged a British army veteran for praying silently while standing in a buffer zone outside an abortion clinic, his attorneys said Friday.

Taliban Deploys Hundreds of Suicide-Bombers in Faceoff With Iran

The Taliban has deployed hundreds of suicide bombers to Afghanistan’s border with Iran amid an intensifying dispute over water access, Bloomberg reported.

Latest Christian News Headlines

India: Chhattisgarh Christians attacked for refusing to renounce Christ – August 8, 2023

India: Manipur Christians continue to suffer violence amid unrest, government criticized for silence – August 7, 2023

Uganda: Pastor beaten unconscious for comparing Jesus and Mohammed at funeral – August 2, 2023

Evangelical college sued by former female instructor for “complementarian” sex discrimination – August 2, 2023

High living costs have caused significant downturn in US charitable giving – August 1, 2023

Abducted US Christian nurse and daughter still captives in Haiti – August 1, 2023

Tens of thousands of young Christians attend youth conference in Missouri – August 1, 2023

Weekly News Brief; 7/27/23

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

Russia, China Increasing Cooperation With North Korea

Russia and China stepped up their cooperation with nuclear-armed autocratically North Korea on Wednesday as East-West relations rapidly worsened.

Ukraine Steps Up Military Offensive

Ukraine has stepped up its counteroffensive against invading Russian troops, with several sources confirming Ukrainian advances in the south and east of the country.

US F-35 fighters arrive in Middle East to deter Iran, assist mission in Syria

American F-35 fighter jets arrived in the Middle East to beef up deterrence against Iran amid a string of ship seizures in the Strait of Hormuz.

Latest World News Headlines

Russia, U.S. Inch Toward Direct Conflict in Middle East – July 25, 2023

Russia Raises Conscript Age Ahead of More Mobilizations – July 25, 2023

Europe’s Heatwave Death Toll Rising – July 25, 2023

Kyiv: ‘Russia Strikes Cathedral, Building, Killing 1, Injuring 22’ (Worthy News Radio) – July 24, 2023

Al Qaeda and Islamic State gaining ground in Afghanistan, UN reports – July 24, 2023

As Iran launches air force drill, US beefs up plane fleet in Persian Gulf – July 24, 2023

Center Right Wins Spain Elections – July 24, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Netanyahu: ‘All agree that Israel must remain a strong democracy’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu again called for broad agreement on his government’s plans in an address to the nation following the unilateral passing of key judicial reform legislation.

Hamas agrees to join PA for national unity talks after arrested official is released

Hamas agreed to join talks on forming a new unity government with the leaders of other main Palestinian factions after the Palestinian Authority on Sunday released a senior Hamas official who had been arrested on charges of slandering the PA and stirring up sectarian strife, the Jerusalem Post reports.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israeli researchers succeed in producing “green” hydrogen – July 25, 2023

Israel Passes Controversial Court Law Despite Protests – July 24, 2023

Coalition passes 1st judicial overhaul law, limiting review of government decisions – July 24, 2023

Likud, protest leaders reject labor union’s compromise overhaul bill – July 23, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates to Highest Level in 22 Years

The Federal Reserve raised the federal funds rate by 25 basis points at the July Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) policy meeting, lifting the target range to 5.25 and 5.50 percent. Rate-setting Committee members voted unanimously for the policy decision.

Mitch McConnell Abruptly Stopping Speech Sparks Health Questions

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s bizarre press conference has sparked fresh speculations about the 81-year-old’s health.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Alliance of Democratic Governors plan expansion to abortion access – July 26, 2023

Federal court blocks Biden rule limiting asylum for migrants, a major blow to administration – July 25, 2023

Justice Department sues Texas over a floating barrier in Rio Grande intended to deter migrant crossings – July 25, 2023

US scientists working on ground-breaking “fountain of youth” treatment – July 25, 2023

Bill introduced in Senate to ban sex-change surgeries, hormone treatments for minors – July 24, 2023

Biden admin allocates $5 billion for new COVID vaccines with little manufacturing guidance – July 24, 2023

Amazon Rolls Out Palm Payments Despite Concern – July 23, 2023

Breaking Christian News

New Language Created by Wycliffe Associates Being Used in Africa’s Public and Private Schools to Teach Deaf Students

Wycliffe Associates, an international organization that empowers mother-tongue Bible translators and partners with local churches in the advancement of Bible translation, has developed a new language for the Deaf and Deaf-Blind community, which is now being used in both public and private schools in Africa.

India: Seven Christians brutally attacked by Hindu extremists

Seven Christians in India’s Chhattisgarh state have suffered severe injuries following a brutal attack on them by Hindu nationalists earlier this month, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Some EU states discriminate against religious minorities at home while promoting religious freedom abroad, report finds

The US Commission on International Religious Freedom  (USCIRF) reported on Monday that a number of European Union nations have been discriminating against their own religious minority communities while advocating religious freedom abroad, the Washington Times reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Fewer than 60% of US young adults believe in God, poll shows – July 25, 2023

Nigeria: Genocidal attacks on Christians continue in Benue state – July 24, 2023

China’s Communist Party has rewritten parts of the Bible to suppress Christianity, US lawmaker reports – July 24, 2023

India Premier Condemns Sexual Assault Of Christian Women (Worthy News-Investigation) – July 23, 2023

Idaho college town to pay $300,000 to Christians arrested for having an outdoor church service – July 23, 2023

Iran: More than 50 Christians rounded up and detained on unknown charges – July 20, 2023

Pakistan Christians Fleeing After Blasphemy Allegations – July 20, 2023

Weekly News Brief; 7/19/23

North Korea Detains US Soldier

U.S. President Joe Biden faced another foreign policy crisis Tuesday as defense officials confirmed that the person crossing unauthorized into North Korea was an American soldier.

US Deploys Nuke Sub to South Korea

The United States deployed a nuclear-armed submarine to South Korea on Tuesday for the first time in four decades, as the allies warned North Korea that any use of the North’s nuclear weapons in combat would result in the end of its regime.

Russia Attacks Ukraine Ports After Ending Grain Deal (Worthy News Radio)

Russia has warned Ukraine of security risks if it continues shipping grain out of Ukrainian Black Sea ports without Moscow’s approval. The Kremlin made the announcement after pulling out of a grain deal and then ordering overnight air strikes on Ukrainian port cities.

Latest World News Headlines

Russia Ends Grain Deal After Bridge Attack – July 17, 2023

Around 700 million people worldwide are facing hunger, UN reports – July 17, 2023

U.S. sending F-16 fighter jets to protect ships from Iranian seizures in Gulf region – July 17, 2023

Last Grain Ship Leaves Ukraine Worrying Africa – July 17, 2023

EU, Tunisia Sign Migration Deal After Disasters – July 17, 2023

Iran Resumes Enforcing Hijab After Deadly Protests – July 16, 2023

Thousands Attend Budapest Pride Protesting Hungary’s LGBT Law – July 16, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Two Syrian soldiers injured in alleged Israeli strikes near Damascus

Two Syrian soldiers were injured after alleged Israeli airstrikes targeted sites in the Damascus area on Tuesday night, according to the Syrian state news agency SANA.

Laser air defenses coming to Israeli border communities soon

Within approximately 18 months, Israel is expected to deploy the world’s first laser defense systems, on borders that have Iranian-backed terrorist armies on the other side.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israeli protesters block highways in ‘day of disruption’ against Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul plan – July 18, 2023

Biden invites Netanyahu to Washington during first conversation in 4 months – July 17, 2023

Netanyahu Vows Crackdown on Military No-Shows in Judicial Protest – July 17, 2023

Netanyahu Allies ‘Shocked’ Israel’s High Court will Hear Petition to Disqualify Prime Minister – July 16, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

US officially cuts all funding to Wuhan Institute of Virology

The US government on Monday officially cut off all future federal funding for the controversial Wuhan Institute of Virology from which it is suspected the COVID-19 virus originated, citing the lab’s violation of safety protocols and refusal to submit required documents on security, the New York Post reports. The US decision will affect new contracts, grants, and other transactions at the Institute.

House Democrat seeks to eliminate “husband” and “wife” from federal law

A House Democratic lawmaker have proposed legislation to eliminate the terms “husband” and “wife” from federal law in favor of gender neutral terminology.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Court ruling for web designer may not protect others opposing same-sex weddings – July 18, 2023

House to vote on pro-Israel resolution ahead of President Herzog’s visit – July 17, 2023

Jan. 6 defendant appeals to Supreme Court in case that could upend hundreds of riot charges – July 17, 2023

Iowa judge blocks state’s six-week abortion ban – July 17, 2023

Despite Supreme Court ruling, Biden unveils $39 billion in new student loan debt forgiveness – July 16, 2023

Biotech Lab Working to Create Lab-Grown Human Eggs – July 16, 2023

Fed Set to Raise Rates in July Despite Inflation Slowdown – July 13, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Indonesia Christians: ‘Muslim Crackdown On Congregations’ (Worthy News In-Depth)

Indonesian Christians said Tuesday that several church congregations have been “disbanded” by angry Muslim protesters and local authorities. “In one of them, my children worship,” a concerned Christian told Worthy News.

Indonesia: North Sumatra Christian worship service again disrupted by Muslims

A Christian congregation in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia, had its worship service disrupted by Muslim protestors for the second time in two months on July 2, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. 

Mali: Hundreds of civilians killed by Islamic State fighters, “please pray”

Survivors of Islamic State attacks in Mali have given testimony to the Human Rights Watch (HRW) organization that indicates hundreds of civilians in the north-west African country were killed by jihadists in the first half of this year alone, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Mali has been plagued by a staggering rise in Islamic terror attacks since jihadists took over much of its northern section in a coup in 2012.

Latest Christian News Headlines

India: 400 violent attacks on Christians in first half of 2023 – July 18, 2023

Pakistan: Christian man charged with blasphemy is refused bail – July 17, 2023

Uganda: Young man murdered for his faith two weeks after accepting Christ – July 17, 2023

Angry Muslim Crowds Try To Attack Pakistan Christians – July 16, 2023

Afghanistan: Christians face death but the Gospel is going forward – July 13, 2023

Pakistan: Christian man detained on charges of blasphemy for sharing Facebook post with Bible verse – July 13, 2023

There is “no religious freedom in China,” Chinese pastor tells US House Select Committee – July 13, 2023