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UK Government Publishes Draft Guidance for Schools to Inform Parents If Child Wants to Change Gender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: 11/29/23

Directors of U.S. and Israeli Intelligence Agencies Meet in Qatar

On Tuesday, the Director of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), William Burns, and Israel’s Mossad Chief, David Barnea, held discussions with Qatar’s senior officials in Qatar’s capital, Doha.

All 41 Construction Workers Freed In India

All 41 construction workers who became trapped in a tunnel in northern India after a landslide on 12 November have been rescued, officials say.

Hungary Condemned Over Sovereignty Law

The human rights commissioner of the Council of Europe (CoE) has condemned Hungary’s planned sovereignty law that could lead to the jailing of journalists, dissidents, and others “threatening national sovereignty” or “serving foreign interests.”

Latest World News Headlines

Germany: Antisemitic Incidents Increased by 320% Since Oct. 7 Hamas Attack on Israel – November 28, 2023

IAEA Fails to Adopt Resolution on Iran’s Nuclear Program Amid Fears of Escalating Middle East Conflict – November 27, 2023

Damascus Airport Experiences Operational Disruption Again Following Alleged Bombing by Israel Shortly After Resuming Services – November 27, 2023

Ballistic missiles fired from Houthi-controlled Yemen at USS Mason rescuing ‘Israel-linked’ tanker – November 27, 2023

US Navy Stops Gunmen’s Attempt to Hijack Israel-Linked Tanker off Yemen – November 26, 2023

Third Tanker Linked to Israel Seized off Yemen – November 26, 2023

Ukraine Remembers Famine as Russian Drones Threaten Supplies (Worthy News Radio) – November 26, 2023

Chinese Hospitals Struggle with Surge in Child Pneumonia Cases, Alarming WHO – November 26, 2023

Kyiv Facing ‘Largest Russian Drone Attack’ In War  – November 25, 2023

NATO Members Ill-Prepared To Fight Russia – November 24, 2023

Breaking Israel News

EU and Arab Nations Agree Two-State Solution to Israeli-Palestinian Conflict is Required After War in Gaza Has Ended

The European Union and the heads of a number of Arab states agreed on Monday that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict should be resolved through a two-state solution, with EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell adding that the Palestinian Authority should rule the Gaza Strip once the Hamas terror group has been removed from power there, Reuters reports.

US Tells Israel to Avoid “Significant” Displacement of Palestinians in Southern Gaza Once Military Operations Resume

The US has informed Israel that if it resumes its ground offensive to dismantle Hamas in Gaza, it must operate with greater precision to avoid “significant further displacement” of Palestinian civilians in the southern part of the Strip, the Associated Press reports.

Israel Says Dozen Hostages Released

Israel said Tuesday that Hamas had released 12 more hostages, including 10 Israeli citizens and two Thai nationals.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Musk’s Starlink is Coming to Israel – November 28, 2023

US Sends Humanitarian Aid to Gaza, Warns Israel to Let Aid Enter Even After Ceasefire – November 28, 2023

Hamas Violates Ceasefire; Israeli Jets Scrambled Over Gaza – November 28, 2023

11 Released Israeli Hostages On Way To Israel – November 27, 2023

Sunday’s Hostage Release Frees 17 Individuals, Including 14 Israelis and 3 Foreign Nationals – November 26, 2023

Hamas Using Hostage Exchange Deals to Employ “Psychological Warfare” in Separating Families – November 26, 2023

Tel Aviv Rally Calling for the Releases of All Hostages Draws Over 100,000 – November 26, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

House Overwhelming Passes Resolutions Recognizing Israel’s Right to Exist and Demands Hamas Release Hostages

The House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed two measures: one affirming Israel’s right to exist and the other demanding that Hamas, a designated terrorist organization by the U.S., release the remaining hostages from the deadly massacre in Israel on Nov. 7, known in Israel as the “Black Sabbath.”

Biden Sends Email to 813K Borrowers on Student Loan Forgiveness

Approximately 813,000 student loan borrowers received an email from President Joe Biden, informing them of their debt forgiveness due to his actions, the White House said on Tuesday.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Moody’s Dims Credit Outlook for U.S. Federal Government – November 29, 2023

Judge Rejects Nevada Ballot Initiative Seeking to Codify Abortion – November 29, 2023

Trump Pursues Proof of Election Fraud in Federal Criminal Case – November 28, 2023

Biden’s Failed Immigration Policy Projected to Cost Taxpayers $451 Billion Annually – November 28, 2023

Idaho Petitions Supreme Court to Block Lower Court’s Ruling Against Pro-Life Law – November 27, 2023

Over 2,500 NYPD Officers Abruptly Resign – November 27, 2023

US Government Secretly Collecting Trillion Phone Records – November 26, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Pakistan: Islamist Murders Christian Man After Claiming to Hate Jews and Christians

A young Christian man in Punjab, Pakistan, was murdered earlier this month by a Muslim neighbor whose historically violent behavior and claimed hatred of Christians and Jews worsened after the Oct. 7 attack on Israel by the Hamas Palestinian terror group, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. 

Nigeria: Kano State Islamic Police Threaten to Kill 5 Christian Girls Because “Israel is Killing Our Sisters in Gaza”

Five Christian girls in Nigeria’s Kano state were recently violently harassed by Islamic police who blocked them from going to church and who threatened they might kill them, saying: “Israel is killing our sisters in Gaza,” International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Major Watchdog Group Says Chinese Church Is Not In Decline, Despite Pew Report to the Contrary – November 28, 2023

Nigeria Church Leaders Killed; Grieving Christians Ask Prayers – November 28, 2023

UK: Christian Professor Fired from Bible College Over Social Media Post Against Homosexuality – November 28, 2023

Belarus Pentecostals Appeal Against Liquidation – November 27, 2023

Arizona: Street Evangelist Showing Signs of Recovery After Shooting Attack, “We’re Never Going to Stop Outreaching and Sharing the Gospel” – November 27, 2023

Christian Schoolboy Escapes From Muslim Kidnappers In Nigeria – November 27, 2023

India: Uttar Pradesh Pastor Arrested, Detained for Allegedly Converting Hindus to Christianity – November 23, 2023

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; 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

Weekly News Brief 6/28/23

Breaking World News

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

Germany saw 2,480 antisemitic incidents in 2022, monitoring group says

A group tracking antisemitism in Germany said Tuesday that it documented 2,480 incidents in the country last year — just under seven incidents per day on average.

US Plans Action Against Prigozhin’s Wagner for Activities in Africa

The United States will this week announce actions to hold the Russian mercenary Wagner Group accountable, the U.S. State Department spokesperson said on Tuesday, for its activities in Africa and unrelated to its aborted mutiny in Russia.

Russia’s Weakened Putin Thanks Troops For Preventing Civil War After Mutiny (Worthy News Radio)

Moscow says preparations are underway for the Wagner mercenary group to hand over its heavy military hardware following Saturday’s failed rebellion. The move came after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that he would abandon Wagner and thanked his troops for preventing civil war.

Latest World News Headlines

U.S. to send $500 million in weapons, military aid to Ukraine, officials say – June 26, 2023

Guatemala Votes After Turbulent Season – June 26, 2023

Greek Conservative Prime Minister Wins Second Term But Challenges Ahead (Worthy News Radio) – June 26, 2023

Germany: Federal court rules ban on prayer assembly outside abortion clinics is unconstitutional – June 26, 2023

Russia’s Mutiny Ends, But Putin’s Position Weakens (Worthy News Radio) – June 25, 2023

Russian President Condemns Armed Rebellion (Worthy News Radio) – June 24, 2023

Russia Facing Prospect Of Coup, Civil War – June 24, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Web of biblical cities depicts King David as major ruler, says Israeli archaeologist

A network of fortified cities around Jerusalem has been dated to the time of King David, more than 200 years earlier than previously thought, offering support to the theory that King David ruled over a complex and large kingdom. The proof, however, wasn’t freshly excavated from the earth, but rather came to light after an archaeologist spent years digging through old archaeological publications.

‘Iran is already in the West Bank,’ Palestinian Authority official says

Following their recent visit to Iran, leaders of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad organization, the second largest terror group in the Gaza Strip after Hamas, on Monday called for stepping up armed attacks against Israel.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel seizes millions in Iran Quds Force, Hezbollah crypto assets – June 27, 2023

Protest leaders vow to ramp up anti-government demonstrations, blockade airport – June 27, 2023

Israel set to resume judicial reform legislation on Sunday – June 26, 2023

Protest turns violent at Messianic worship concert in Jerusalem, as far-right anti-Christian activists attempt to stop the event – June 26, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Audio tape of Trump appears to contain classified docs conversation that may shape DOJ indictment

An audio recording of former President Donald Trump appears to contain discussion of his possession of classified materials and his belief that he had not declassified at least one of the documents in his possession while president.

Supreme Court says state courts can review election law, rejects independent state legislator theory

The Supreme Court rejected the independent state legislature theory in a ruling Tuesday, deciding that courts do have a role to play in refereeing how elections are conducted.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Huge House Defense Bill Aims to Strengthen US Military Might, Take Care of Service Members – June 26, 2023

Senate Republicans Seek to Block Biden From Declaring Climate National Emergency – June 26, 2023

U.S. intelligence report suggests government divided on COVID-19 lab leak theory – June 25, 2023

McCarthy backs effort to expunge Trump impeachments – June 25, 2023

US House Votes For Impeachment Procedure Against Biden – June 22, 2023

Senate votes to keep Biden rule toughening requirements on stabilizing braces for firearms – June 22, 2023

US prison ministry has distributed over 1 million Bibles since 2019, “the demand right now is unlike anything we have ever seen” – June 22, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Indonesia: Muslims block two separate Christian services on the same day

Muslims in Indonesia disrupted Christian Sunday services at a house church in West Java Province and at a church site in Central Java Province on 18 June, arguing that such worship is illegal and should be prohibited, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

Uganda: Islamic extremists hack prayer leader to death in church attack

Islamic extremists in western Uganda hacked a prayer leader to death and severely injured a number of others during a brutal machete attack on the Katikara Anglican Church in Kakumiro District last week, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Christianity is legal in Uganda but violent Islamic extremism has taken an increasing hold on the country.

New offline YouVersion Bible app launched for use in countries with poor internet access

Responding to the needs of Christians in parts of the world where it is difficult to access the internet, the developers of the popular YouVersion Bible app have launched a new version of it which can be used offline, Christianity Today (CT) reports. App developers from Life.Church in Oklahoma joined with the global Bible ministry Biblica in creating the offline YouVersion Bible App Lite.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Nigeria: 700 Christians murdered in Plateau state in May, new report says – June 26, 2023

Vietnam: Persecuted evangelical Christians may be blamed for anti-government violence – June 26, 2023

Kenya: Five villagers beheaded by al-Shabaab terror group, homes destroyed – June 26, 2023

Nigeria: 15 more Christians killed in Plateau state – but new governor gives message of hope – June 22, 2023

Turkey “weaponizes” law to block Protestant missionaries from entry – June 22, 2023

Uganda: Two newly Christian brothers beaten and disowned by Muslim family, “we need prayers so that God may comfort us” – June 21, 2023

Watching church services online instead of attending in person remains popular, poll finds – June 21, 2023

Weekly News Brief 5/31/23

Breaking World News

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

US to give Ukraine a further military aid package of about $300 million

The US is expected to announce this week that it will be sending Ukraine a new military aid package totaling up to $300 million and including additional munitions for drones, the Associated Press reports.

Brazilian’s President Seeks Regional Currency

Brazil’s president has proposed creating a regional trade currency for South America as part of broader efforts to ditch the U.S. dollar as the world’s reserve currency.

Russia Threatens Using Nuclear Weapons After Moscow Attacks (Worthy News In-Depth)

Russia’s president accused Ukraine of terrorism after drones hit Moscow, the capital, and at least one of his allies suggested using nuclear weapons in response.

Latest World News Headlines

Chinese jet conducts ‘aggressive’ maneuver in front of U.S. surveillance plane – May 30, 2023

Biden threatens sanctions after Uganda passes one of world’s most extreme anti-gay laws – May 30, 2023

Dutch Abortion ‘To Save The Planet’ Sparks Christian Outcry – May 30, 2023

Russia’s Capital Moscow Hit By Drones – May 30, 2023

Dozens Of Babies Die In Sudan Orphanage – May 30, 2023

Kosovo Attacks Injure Dozens Of NATO Troops (Worthy News In-Depth) – May 30, 2023

US and Saudi Arabia issue joint call for extension of ceasefire in Sudan – May 30, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Israel: Iran ‘close to point of no return’

Israel’s Foreign Minister Eli Cohen met with European counterparts in Slovakia on Tuesday and called for unity in countering the Iranian threat before it is too late.

IDF launches major drill focused on preparing for all out multi-front war

The Israel Defense Forces on Monday launched a large-scale two-week-long drill across the country, simulating a potential multi-front war.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israeli airstrikes said to hit targets in Syrian capital – May 28, 2023

Near the Western Wall, Jewish radicals shout at Christian Evangelicals to ‘go home’ – May 28, 2023

Israel: Knesset passes national budget, judicial reform back on the agenda – May 25, 2023

Israeli scientists make breakthrough in Autism Spectrum Disorder research – May 25, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Debt limit deal clears House panel, setting up floor debate

The House Rules Committee on Tuesday evening advanced a bipartisan bill to raise the debt limit and avert a national default, paving the way for a floor debate in the lower chamber on Wednesday.

Freedom Caucus threatens ouster as McCarthy rushes forward with debt-limit vote

Speaker Kevin McCarthy is rushing forward a vote on a bipartisan agreement to hike the nation’s debt limit until after the 2024 election, even as a brewing revolt from hard-right members of the House Freedom Caucus casts doubt on his future as leader.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Dept of Homeland Security classifies US as “heightened threat environment:” faith-based institutions and minorities among vulnerable groups – May 30, 2023

Republicans speak out against US debt-ceiling deal, in sign of rocky road ahead – May 29, 2023

Biden and McCarthy reach a final deal to avoid US default and now must sell it to Congress – May 28, 2023

US Could Run Out Of Cash By June 5 – May 27, 2023

Militia Leader Gets 18 Years Over Capitol Attack – May 26, 2023

McCarthy threatened with GOP rebellion over rumored debt-limit deal with Biden – May 25, 2023

Musk’s Neuralink cleared for human test of brain implants – May 25, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: 50 members of Plateau Baptist Convention murdered by jihadists

Fifty members of the Baptist Conference in Nigeria’s Plateau state have been killed in a recent spate of attacks by Islamic jihadists in Mangu and Barkin Ladi Local Government Areas, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

Nigeria Christians Fear New Muslim President And Muslim VP (Worthy News-Focus)

Nigerian Christians expressed concern Monday after two Muslims were sworn in to lead volatile Nigeria as president and vice president.

Indonesia: Muslim extremists disrupt two church services; “If a church is seen to spreading the gospel, they soon run into opposition”

Christians on Indonesia’s Sumatra Island were recently prevented from worshiping when mobs of Muslim extremists disrupted two separate services in Binjai, North Sumatra Province, and in Riau, Pekanbaru Province in southern Sumatra, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. On May 19, a mob of Muslims interrupted a worship service at a café in Binjai, 13 miles from Medan, MSN reports. The mob was led by Uztad Alfan Daulay, who halted the midday service at the café where the Mawar Sharon congregation met in Jalan Sultan Hasanuddin, Setia village. On the same day, … Read more

Latest Christian News Headlines

North Korea: Two-year old boy sentenced to life in prison after parents found with Bible – May 30, 2023

Burkina Faso: 15 more civilians slaughtered as jihadist insurrection continues – May 30, 2023

Gunmen Attack Sudan Churches As Conflict Escalates – May 25, 2023

Australian Missionary Released After 7 Years In Captivity – May 25, 2023

Pakistan:Two Christian youths charged and detained for alleged blasphemy – May 25, 2023

Most pastors are “extremely stressed,” survey finds – May 24, 2023

India: Nearly 400 churches destroyed, 64 Christians killed in Manipur violence – May 24, 2023

Weekly News Brief; 5/10/23

Breaking World News

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

Russian President Says Nation In War With West

Russian President Vladimir Putin used a Victory Day speech on Tuesday to warn that “a war has been unleashed” against Russia in what seemed an attempt to prepare the nation for a change in the narrative about Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. So far, the Kremlin has described its battle against Ukraine only as no more than a “special military operation” aimed at defending Russian interests but limited in scope.

Cleric Lynched In Pakistan Over Muhammad Remarks

An Islamic cleric has been beaten to death by a Muslim mob in northwestern Pakistan after comparing a political candidate to Islam’s prophet Muhammad, Worthy News learned Tuesday.

China: Changsu city to pay public sector workers entirely in digital yuan

As part of a new phase in promoting China’s currency, the Chinese city of Changsu in Jiangsu province has confirmed it will start paying its public sector employees entirely in digital yuan, Asia Nikkei reports.

Latest World News Headlines

Russia Launches Huge Drone Attack On Ukraine – May 9, 2023

Dutch Government Apologizes For Groningen Earthquakes (Worthy News Radio) – May 9, 2023

Myanmar: Military junta releases over 2,000 political prisoners but many thousands, including Christians, remain imprisoned – May 9, 2023

US providing Ukraine $1.2B in military aid ahead of expected spring offensive against Russia – May 9, 2023

Russia’s Wagner Group Stays In Bakhmut, As Ukraine ‘Launches Attacks’ (Worthy News Radio) – May 8, 2023

Senior US official in Saudi Arabia to discuss massive rail project with UAE, India – May 8, 2023

Britain’s King Charles III Crowned – May 7, 2023

Breaking Israel News

‘No terrorist is immune’: Netanyahu says Gaza fighting could last days

After a tense day following Israel’s initiated Shield and Arrow to eliminate Islamic Jihad’s high command in the Gaza Strip, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Tuesday that any escalation on the Palestinians’ part will be “answered with a decisive response.”

Thousands evacuated from Gaza border to Dead Sea hotels

Thousands of Sderot residents were evacuated from the city Tuesday evening, accompanied by members of the Home Front Command as part of Mashav Ruach (Breeze) program, a response to Operation Shield and Arrow launched by the Israel Defense Forces early in the morning. The first phase of the evacuation included hundreds of families leaving on 25 buses. Most of them traveled to hotels in the Dead Sea.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israeli Defense Systems In Wartorn, Ukraine – May 10, 2023

Israeli Eliminates Senior Gaza Terror Leaders in ‘Operation Shield and Arrow’ – May 9, 2023

Hezbollah builds 27 new bases in Lebanon under cover of fake NGO – May 9, 2023

New polls show Gantz still ahead of Netanyahu and Lapid – May 8, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Biden under pressure as McCarthy, McConnell align on spending reforms tied to debt limit increase

President Biden is under pressure to negotiate with congressional Republicans over the debt limit as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell align on spending reforms in exchange for a debt limit increase.

Jury: ‘Ex-President Trump Sexually Abused Columnist’; Trump Denies Charges

A Manhattan jury comprised of six men and three women concluded Tuesday that former U.S. President Donald J. Trump “sexually abused” a columnist and also held him financially liable for “defaming” her.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Children Among Victims Of Texas Mall Shooting – May 9, 2023

White House says Congress must ‘get to work’ on raising debt ceiling – May 9, 2023

Abbott activates ‘Texas Tactical Border Force,’ 545 more National Guardsmen deployed before Title 42 expires – May 9, 2023

Arizona school district reinstates evangelical student-teachers after Christian university files religious discrimination suit – May 9, 2023

Seven Killed In US As Car Hits Migrants – May 8, 2023

‘Man Who Killed Eight At Mall Identified’ – May 8, 2023

Several Fatalities, Nine Injured In Texas Mall Shooting – May 7, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: Two Christian girls abducted by Boko Haram rescued after 9 years in captivity

Two young Christian women in Nigeria have been rescued after being abducted by Boko Haram terrorists over nine years ago, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

India: Six killed and 25 churches burned down in Hindu nationalist violence

At least six people were killed and 25 churches burned down during Hindu nationalist violence in India’s Manipur state this month, Christian Headlines (CH) reports.

India: Dramatic escalation of violence in Manipur, 58 dead, 50 churches burned

Christian leaders in India’s Manipur state have accused the Hindu nationalist government of supporting the violent attacks carried out by ethnic Hindu Meitei rioters, which began last week, and which have now resulted in the destruction of 50 churches and the deaths of 58 people, many of whom were Christians, the Christian Post (CP) reports. 

Latest Christian News Headlines

UK: Court rules against Christian parent who claims primary school indoctrinates small children in LGBT issues – May 9, 2023

‘Raise the Alarm’: How Artificial Intelligence Could Further Terrorize Persecuted Christians Across the Globe – May 8, 2023

Thousands Of Christians Flee Deadly Attacks In India; Churches Torched – May 5, 2023

National Day of Prayer to reach 110 million households: ‘We’re praying for an awakening in America’ – May 5, 2023

Presbyterian Church USA sees ongoing decline in membership, new report shows – May 4, 2023

Christian evangelists at Boston’s SatanCon claim about 100 people converted: ‘We’re in a battle’ – May 4, 2023

US Commission on International Religious Freedom publishes annual report, lists worst violators – May 3, 2023

Breaking News from This Week 4/12/23

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

Hundreds Of Migrants Await Rescue At SeaHundreds of migrants feeling war, persecution, and poverty were still awaiting to be rescued Wednesday off the coast of southern Italy, more than two days after activists raised the alarm.

Pentagon: ‘Special US, NATO Forces In Ukraine’More details have emerged about Western special forces inside Ukraine after Worthy News initially reported that troops from the NATO military alliance were in the wartorn nation.BRICS Nations Dumping Dollar As New World Currency Nears

The U.S. dollar was rapidly losing its status as the world’s reserve currency Tuesday after five leading emerging economies, Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS), agreed to work on a new global currency, Worthy News monitored.

Latest World News Headlines

Hungary Extends Energy Deals With Russia – April 11, 2023Saudi officials travel to Yemen to try and end crushing civil war – April 11, 2023China completes 3 days of military drills simulating blockades around Taiwan – April 11, 2023Worries Over Good Friday Agreement Mar 25th Anniversary (Worthy News Radio) – April 10, 2023US Deploys Nuclear Submarine In Standoff With Iran – April 10, 2023France Challenges US Superpower Status – April 9, 2023China, Taiwan Nearing Military Confrontation – April 9, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Netanyahu Vows to Restore Security ‘On All Fronts’ After Terror Attacks, Rocket Fire

Israel’s embattled prime minister pledged on Monday evening to restore security after a turbulent few days saw violent clashes on Jerusalem’s Temple Mount, deadly acts of terrorism, and cross-border rocket fire including the biggest barrage from Lebanon since the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah war.Netanyahu bars Jewish visitors from Temple Mount for last 10 days of RamadanJewish visitors will be barred from the Temple Mount from Wednesday until the end of Ramadan in ten days’ time, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced on Tuesday, after a series of security consultations on the issue amid widespread violence linked to tensions at the holy site.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel has the “right to defend itself” against aggression, US government says – April 11, 2023Israeli PM Reinstates Defense Minister Gallant Despite Earlier Dismissal – April 10, 2023Leaked Pentagon Document Suggests Israel May Supply Weapons to Ukraine – April 10, 2023Frail Pope Urges Peace In Israel After Deadly Clashes – April 9, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Oklahoma school board unanimously rejects application for publicly-funded Catholic charter schoolA school board appointed by Republican officials in Oklahoma has unanimously rejected an application by the Catholic Church to establish the first tax-payer funded religious charter school in the US, Reuters reports.Biden administration officials were involved in Mar-a-Lago raid despite claiming otherwise: report

The Biden administration involved itself in the raid of former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home despite reports that its officials were “stunned” to find out about the news on social media, according to the group America First Legal, which obtained internal government documents related to the raid through a Freedom of Information Act request.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

US Bank Lending Slumps by Most on Record in Final Weeks of March – April 11, 2023Leak of US classified documents online is “very serious risk to national security” and could lead to loss of life, Pentagon says – April 11, 2023Justice Department asks appeals court to stop ruling that would halt approval of abortion pill – April 10, 2023Next abortion battles may be among states with clashing laws – April 10, 2023Kentucky Governor Urges Prayers As Several Killed At Bank – April 10, 2023Deficit soars to $1.1 trillion for first half of fiscal 2023 – April 10, 2023House Oversight Republicans subpoena more bank records in Biden family probe – April 9, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Indonesia Pledges To Facilitate Church After Outcry

Indonesia’s government says it will facilitate a place of worship for Protestant Christians in West Java after the forced closure of their church by authorities provoked an international outcry.Attacks on churches surged in first quarter of 2023, report findsAttacks on churches escalated in the first quarter of 2023 consistent with a years-long trend of rising vandalism, arson and shootings, none worse this year than the deadly rampage at the Covenant School in Nashville.

Indonesia: Government authorities continue to shut down churchesAmid an ongoing spate of government-sponsored church closures in Indonesia, the Purwakarta Simalungun Protestant Christian Church (GKPS) was forced to give up worshiping and building a sanctuary in Cigelam Village because the Purwakarta Regency Government in West Java refused to issue the requisite permit and de facto shut the church down, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. 

Latest Christian News Headlines

Persecuted Chinese congregation arrives in the US seeking asylum – April 10, 2023Nigeria: Church of Christ in Nations pastor and his two sons among Christians slaughtered in Plateau state – April 6, 2023Faith-based movie about Abraham and Isaac places third at weekend box office – April 6, 2023Nigeria: Christians slaughtered in Benue state attacks – April 4, 2023186 churches file suit against United Methodist Church for not allowing disaffiliation over LGBT issues – April 4, 2023Scotland: Church leaders say proposed conversion therapy ban could criminalize Christians who teach that homosexual behavior is sinful – April 4, 2023Thailand: Asylum-seeking Chinese congregation taken into police custody following expiry of visas – April 4, 2023

News from this Week 4/5/23

Breaking World News

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

One Killed, Dozens Injured In Dutch Train Crash

A double-decker train carrying about 50 passengers derailed in the southern Netherlands early Tuesday, killing one person and injuring 30 others, in what officials called “a black day for the Dutch railway.”

Finland Joins NATO, Doubling Alliance Border With Russia

Finland became the 31st member of the Western NATO military alliance Tuesday in a historic move that Russia had tried to prevent.

NATO Condemns Detention US Journalist While Lawyers Appeal (Worthy News Radio)

Lawyers for a U.S. journalist arrested in Russia on espionage charges have appealed against the decision to hold him in pre-trial detention. The detention of Evan Gershkovich has raised Western concerns, including from the NATO military alliance.

Latest World News Headlines

Senior ISIS commander killed by American-led drone strike in Syria – April 4, 2023

Officials: US Providing Ukraine $2.6 Billion in Military Aid – April 4, 2023

Former President of Kosovo goes on trial at the International Court of Justice for war crimes – April 4, 2023

Saudi Arabia and Egypt move toward rehabilitating Syrian dictator Assad in “victory for Russia and Iran” – April 4, 2023

Saudi Arabia, Six Other OPEC+ Members Announce Surprise New Oil Production Cuts – April 4, 2023

US seeks to keep Yemen-bound ammunition seized from Iran – April 4, 2023

Japan Not Supporting Price Cap On Russian Oil – April 4, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Israel Has Stepped Up Attacks on Iranian, Hezbollah Targets in Syria

On April 2, 2023, Israel reportedly attacked several targets in Syria’s Homs province associated with the Syrian army and Iran-backed militias. Syrian state media reported that five military personnel were injured in the attack.

After airstrikes, Syria warns Israel not to drag region toward ‘total escalation’

Syria’s foreign ministry on Tuesday warned that Israel risked dragging the region toward “total escalation” after another overnight airstrike near Damascus attributed to the Jewish state.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel launches fresh strikes on Damascus area, Syrian state media reports – April 4, 2023

Jordan king says Muslims have ‘duty to deter Israeli escalation’ in Jerusalem – April 4, 2023

Mystery drone downed by IDF in Israeli airspace was sent by Iran – April 4, 2023

Tens of thousands protest against judicial overhaul: ‘Negotiations? We won’t move until the danger passes’ – April 2, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Trump Pleads Not Guilty To Charges

The grim-faced former U.S. President Donald J. Trump pleaded “not guilty” Tuesday to 34 charges related to an investigation into a hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.

US Manufacturing Reaches New Low

U.S. manufacturing reached its lowest point since the start of the pandemic, according to a report released just as President Joe Biden embarked on a tour of U.S. factories to tout his promise to boost the industry.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Trump In New York To Face Arrest Tuesday – April 4, 2023

Florida Senate oks 6-week abortion ban – April 4, 2023

China land-buying push targets U.S. agriculture, farm acreage – April 2, 2023

Deadly tornadoes produce catastrophic damage across Midwest, South, Mid-Atlantic – April 2, 2023

Op-Ed: Biden Budget Proposal Could put U.S. National Debt at $43.6 Trillion by 2033 – March 30, 2023

Ex-President Trump “Indicted” For Hush Money Prompting Outrage – March 30, 2023

Fewer than 40% of Americans consider God to be important than money, poll finds – March 30, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: Christians slaughtered in Benue state attacks

More than 60 Christians were murdered in Nigeria’s Benue state in the last month, as the years-long slaughter of Nigerian Christians by radicalized Fulani herdsmen and Islamic jihadists continues unabated and with impunity.

186 churches file suit against United Methodist Church for not allowing disaffiliation over LGBT issues

The United Methodist Church is being sued by 186 of its congregations in Georgia after it put a “pause” on allowing anymore churches to disaffiliate over an ongoing strenuous debate within the denomination on LGBT issues, the Christian Post (CP) reports.

Scotland: Church leaders say proposed conversion therapy ban could criminalize Christians who teach that homosexual behavior is sinful

A group of twenty Scottish church leaders have written to Scotland’s Minister for Equality expressing their alarm that a proposed government ban on “conversion practices” could result in the criminalization of Christians who teach anyone, including their own children, that the practice of homosexuality is sinful, Christian Today reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Thailand: Asylum-seeking Chinese congregation taken into police custody following expiry of visas – April 4, 2023

US must stand with India’s persecuted Christians, says former Ambassador- at-Large for International Religious Freedom – March 31, 2023

UK: Evangelical Alliance expects increased membership as congregations split from Church of England over LGBT stance – March 30, 2023

Uganda: Pastor murdered by Islamist relatives for refusing to denounce Christ, “We need prayers” – March 30, 2023

India: Christians face ongoing intense persecution, “Please pray for their protection, provision, and peace” – March 28, 2023

Iran: Historic Assemblies of God church building put up for sale by Islamic regime – March 28, 2023