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Around the World
Trump Administration Eyes Cuba After Maduro’s Ouster, Seeks Insider Deal
Emboldened by the U.S.-backed removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, the Trump administration is quietly searching for Cuban government insiders willing to cut a deal that could end Communist rule on the island by year’s end, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive.
U.S. Weighs Full Troop Withdrawal From Syria as Kurdish Ally Collapses
Washington is considering a complete withdrawal of American troops from Syria following the rapid collapse of the U.S.-backed Kurdish-led militia in the country’s northeast, according to U.S. officials, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive.
Trump Says Greenland Deal Underway Despite Few Details
President Donald Trump said Thursday a deal structure regarding Greenland is developing after he stepped back from threatened tariffs on European allies, which he previously linked to Denmark handing over control of the semi-autonomous Arctic island.
Son-In-Law Of Venezuelan Opposition Leader Freed After Year In Prison
Venezuelan authorities have released Rafael Tudares, the son-in-law of opposition leader Edmundo González, after more than a year in detention, his wife confirmed Thursday, but concerns remained about other political prisoners held under the current rulers, advocacy groups said.
Spain’s Rail Safety Questioned After Fourth Train Accident in Days
Fresh questions were raised Thursday about the safety of Spain’s railway network after a fourth train-related incident in nearly as many days left several people injured, adding to growing public concern following a deadly high-speed crash earlier this week.
Man Sentenced To Life Over Killing Japan’s Ex-PM
A Japanese court has sentenced Tetsuya Yamagami to life imprisonment for the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, bringing to a close a high-profile trial that has deeply affected Japan’s political and social landscape.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Arab Parties Move to Revive Joint List, Underscoring Israel’s Democratic Reality
Arab political parties in Israel announced Thursday a preliminary agreement to revive the Joint List, signaling renewed efforts for unified Arab political representation ahead of upcoming elections.
Trump Launches ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos, Signals Ambitious Role in Gaza and Beyond
U.S. President Donald Trump formally launched his long-anticipated Board of Peace on Thursday during a signing ceremony held on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, unveiling an international body he said could eventually rival the United Nations.
Kushner Unveils Trump Administration’s $25B Plan to Rebuild Gaza
U.S. envoy Jared Kushner on Thursday unveiled a streamlined master plan to rebuild and economically transform the Gaza Strip, presenting the proposal during the signing of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace charter at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Inside the United States
U.S. GDP Revised Higher to 4.4% in Q3 as Consumer Spending, Exports Surge
The U.S. economy expanded at a stronger pace in the third quarter than initially reported, powered by solid consumer demand and a sharp rebound in exports.
Vance Blasts Media, Defends ICE During Minneapolis Visit
Vice President J.D. Vance called out the mainstream media and protestors during a Thursday afternoon press conference from Minneapolis.
First Arrests Made Following St. Paul Church Attack, ‘More To Come’
Federal officials have made three arrests in connection with a protest that disrupted a Sunday morning service in St. Paul.
Trump Administration Eyes Cuba After Maduro’s Ouster, Seeks Insider Deal
Emboldened by the U.S.-backed removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, the Trump administration is quietly searching for Cuban government insiders willing to cut a deal that could end Communist rule on the island by year’s end, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive.
U.S. Weighs Full Troop Withdrawal From Syria as Kurdish Ally Collapses
Washington is considering a complete withdrawal of American troops from Syria following the rapid collapse of the U.S.-backed Kurdish-led militia in the country’s northeast, according to U.S. officials, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive.
Trump Says Greenland Deal Underway Despite Few Details
President Donald Trump said Thursday a deal structure regarding Greenland is developing after he stepped back from threatened tariffs on European allies, which he previously linked to Denmark handing over control of the semi-autonomous Arctic island.
Son-In-Law Of Venezuelan Opposition Leader Freed After Year In Prison
Venezuelan authorities have released Rafael Tudares, the son-in-law of opposition leader Edmundo González, after more than a year in detention, his wife confirmed Thursday, but concerns remained about other political prisoners held under the current rulers, advocacy groups said.
Spain’s Rail Safety Questioned After Fourth Train Accident in Days
Fresh questions were raised Thursday about the safety of Spain’s railway network after a fourth train-related incident in nearly as many days left several people injured, adding to growing public concern following a deadly high-speed crash earlier this week.
Man Sentenced To Life Over Killing Japan’s Ex-PM
A Japanese court has sentenced Tetsuya Yamagami to life imprisonment for the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, bringing to a close a high-profile trial that has deeply affected Japan’s political and social landscape.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Arab Parties Move to Revive Joint List, Underscoring Israel’s Democratic Reality
Arab political parties in Israel announced Thursday a preliminary agreement to revive the Joint List, signaling renewed efforts for unified Arab political representation ahead of upcoming elections.
Trump Launches ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos, Signals Ambitious Role in Gaza and Beyond
U.S. President Donald Trump formally launched his long-anticipated Board of Peace on Thursday during a signing ceremony held on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, unveiling an international body he said could eventually rival the United Nations.
Kushner Unveils Trump Administration’s $25B Plan to Rebuild Gaza
U.S. envoy Jared Kushner on Thursday unveiled a streamlined master plan to rebuild and economically transform the Gaza Strip, presenting the proposal during the signing of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace charter at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Inside the United States
U.S. GDP Revised Higher to 4.4% in Q3 as Consumer Spending, Exports Surge
The U.S. economy expanded at a stronger pace in the third quarter than initially reported, powered by solid consumer demand and a sharp rebound in exports.
Vance Blasts Media, Defends ICE During Minneapolis Visit
Vice President J.D. Vance called out the mainstream media and protestors during a Thursday afternoon press conference from Minneapolis.
First Arrests Made Following St. Paul Church Attack, ‘More To Come’
Federal officials have made three arrests in connection with a protest that disrupted a Sunday morning service in St. Paul.
Around the World
Trump Calls Off Tariffs Over Greenland After Deal With NATO Leader
President Donald Trump called off tariffs on U.S. allies opposed to his plans to annex Greenland after announcing a tentative deal with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte for a future deal on Greenland.
Trump Seeks Negotiations to Acquire Greenland, Rules Out Use of Force at Davos
President Donald Trump said the United States is pursuing negotiations to acquire Greenland while ruling out the use of military force, framing the controversial proposal as a necessary security measure rather than an economic or mineral-driven ambition.
Gold Hits Record High As Trump Says Europe ‘Not Heading In Right Direction’
Gold prices surged to a record high on Wednesday as investors sought safety the deepest crisis in the transatlantic alliance in decades with U.S. President Donald J. Trump saying Europe “is not heading in the right direction.”
Russia’s Massive Winter Assault Plunges Kyiv Into Darkness; Civilians Endure Subzero Conditions
Thousands in Ukraine’s capital braced for a bitter winter night late Tuesday after Russian forces unleashed another deadly barrage of missiles and drones that severely damaged critical infrastructure and worsened a deepening humanitarian crisis. The winter offensive has knocked out power, water, and heating across much of Kyiv, officials said.
Wilders Faces Historic Setback As Seven Lawmakers Quit PVV In Major Party Split
Dutch firebrand politician Geert Wilders, leader of the anti-Islam Party for Freedom (PVV), faced his most severe political crisis Tuesday after seven members of parliament resigned from the party’s parliamentary group, dramatically weakening its influence in the House of Representatives of the Netherlands.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Arab Nations Join Trump Peace Board, but Israel Remains Wary of Gaza Promises
Eight prominent Muslim-majority countries announced their decision this week to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace, a move framed by its supporters as a step toward stability -- but viewed in Israel with deep skepticism given past regional failures in Gaza.
Inside the United States
Support For Religious Freedom Up 5 Points From 2020, Reaching A High Of 71
Support for religious freedom grew five points from 2020 to 2025, reaching an all-time cumulative high of 71 points, according to Becket’s seventh annual Religious Freedom Index.
Trump Marks One Year In Office With Combative Press Conference
U.S. President Donald J. Trump marked one year since returning to the White House with a wide-ranging and often confrontational press conference, defending his record while renewing criticism of political opponents, major media outlets, and several U.S. allies.
Christian News
Over 170 Christian Worshippers Kidnapped From Churches In Nigeria After Police Reversal
Nigerian police have confirmed that a large group of Christian worshippers were kidnapped by suspected Muslim gunmen from three churches in a remote area of Nigeria’s northern Kaduna State, reversing an earlier denial that authorities said had been “widely misinterpreted.”
Trump Calls Off Tariffs Over Greenland After Deal With NATO Leader
President Donald Trump called off tariffs on U.S. allies opposed to his plans to annex Greenland after announcing a tentative deal with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte for a future deal on Greenland.
Trump Seeks Negotiations to Acquire Greenland, Rules Out Use of Force at Davos
President Donald Trump said the United States is pursuing negotiations to acquire Greenland while ruling out the use of military force, framing the controversial proposal as a necessary security measure rather than an economic or mineral-driven ambition.
Gold Hits Record High As Trump Says Europe ‘Not Heading In Right Direction’
Gold prices surged to a record high on Wednesday as investors sought safety the deepest crisis in the transatlantic alliance in decades with U.S. President Donald J. Trump saying Europe “is not heading in the right direction.”
Russia’s Massive Winter Assault Plunges Kyiv Into Darkness; Civilians Endure Subzero Conditions
Thousands in Ukraine’s capital braced for a bitter winter night late Tuesday after Russian forces unleashed another deadly barrage of missiles and drones that severely damaged critical infrastructure and worsened a deepening humanitarian crisis. The winter offensive has knocked out power, water, and heating across much of Kyiv, officials said.
Wilders Faces Historic Setback As Seven Lawmakers Quit PVV In Major Party Split
Dutch firebrand politician Geert Wilders, leader of the anti-Islam Party for Freedom (PVV), faced his most severe political crisis Tuesday after seven members of parliament resigned from the party’s parliamentary group, dramatically weakening its influence in the House of Representatives of the Netherlands.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Arab Nations Join Trump Peace Board, but Israel Remains Wary of Gaza Promises
Eight prominent Muslim-majority countries announced their decision this week to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace, a move framed by its supporters as a step toward stability -- but viewed in Israel with deep skepticism given past regional failures in Gaza.
Inside the United States
Support For Religious Freedom Up 5 Points From 2020, Reaching A High Of 71
Support for religious freedom grew five points from 2020 to 2025, reaching an all-time cumulative high of 71 points, according to Becket’s seventh annual Religious Freedom Index.
Trump Marks One Year In Office With Combative Press Conference
U.S. President Donald J. Trump marked one year since returning to the White House with a wide-ranging and often confrontational press conference, defending his record while renewing criticism of political opponents, major media outlets, and several U.S. allies.
Christian News
Over 170 Christian Worshippers Kidnapped From Churches In Nigeria After Police Reversal
Nigerian police have confirmed that a large group of Christian worshippers were kidnapped by suspected Muslim gunmen from three churches in a remote area of Nigeria’s northern Kaduna State, reversing an earlier denial that authorities said had been “widely misinterpreted.”
Around the World
Trump Seeks “Decisive” Options on Iran as U.S. Military Buildup Accelerates
President Donald Trump is continuing to press senior advisers for what he calls “decisive” military options against Iran, even after pulling back from strikes last week, as Tehran intensifies a violent crackdown on protesters that has killed thousands, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.
ISIS Detainee Camp Abandoned as Syrian Army, Kurdish Forces Agree to New Ceasefire
Guards from the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) withdrew Tuesday from the sprawling al-Hol detention camp in northeast Syria, triggering accusations from Damascus that the move allowed Islamic State-linked detainees to escape, as fighting between the two sides pushed the country closer to renewed instability.
Greenland Warns Of Possible Invasion As Trump Revives Takeover Threats
Greenland’s prime minister has warned residents and authorities to prepare for possible disruptions and security risks as U.S. President Donald J. Trump continues to threaten to takeover the Arctic island, despite mounting concern within the United States Congress.
Spanish Train Derails Near Barcelona As Safety Concerns Mount After Deadly Rail Crashes
A commuter train derailed late Tuesday near the city of Barcelona after a containment wall collapsed onto the track during heavy rain, killing the train’s driver and injuring around 20 people, Spanish authorities said.
Scores Killed In Pakistan’s Shopping Mall Fire (VIDEO)
Rescue workers continued recovery operations Tuesday after a devastating fire tore through a crowded shopping mall over the weekend in Pakistan’s largest city, killing at least 28 people, including a firefighter, according to officials.
Danish Troops In Greenland After Trump Threatens To Annex It
As many as hundreds of additional Danish troops arrived in Greenland late Monday after U.S. Donald J. Trump made clear he wants to annex the territory by buying it from Denmark, while not ruling out using force.
Iran Builds a Digital “Berlin Wall” as Regime Seals Off Nation From the World
Iran’s Islamic regime has effectively erected a modern-day Berlin Wall — not of concrete and barbed wire, but of cables, servers, and state-controlled silence — as it plunges the country into a near-total internet blackout to crush nationwide protests and shield its violence from global scrutiny.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S.–Israel Launch AI Partnership in Jerusalem
The United States and Israel signed a landmark joint statement on Friday launching a strategic partnership in artificial intelligence, research, and critical technologies under the U.S.-led Pax Silica initiative, underscoring a shared vision that economic cooperation can outweigh ideological divides.
Israel Demolishes Former UNRWA Headquarters in Jerusalem After Knesset Ban
Israeli authorities on Tuesday began demolishing the former headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency at Ammunition Hill in Jerusalem, marking a decisive enforcement of legislation passed by the Knesset banning UNRWA activity inside Israeli territory.
Inside the United States
Entitlement Fraud Costs Taxpayers Billions … Or Trillions, Dwarfing Minnesota
Since 2020, fraudsters have scammed at least $36 billion and as much as $3 trillion in tax money from federal entitlement programs, dwarfing the amount federal prosecutors claim was stolen in Minnesota's federal food aid scandal known as Feeding Our Future, an investigation by The Center Square found.
House To Vote On Last Four Govt. Funding Bills Costing $1.2 Trillion
Ten days before the government funding deadline, congressional appropriators released the last four fiscal year 2026 spending bills for the U.S. House to vote on.
Mail-Order Abortion Pills Drive Post-Dobbs Surge, Pro-Life Leaders Warn
The number of abortions in the United States continues to rise despite stronger state protections for unborn life following the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, with pro-life advocates pointing to mail-order abortion pills as the primary driver. Pro-choice researchers estimate the nation averaged nearly 99,000 abortions per month in early 2025, a trend conservatives say reflects regulatory loopholes rather than public rejection of pro-life laws.
Christian News
Foreign Missionary Era Ending In Turkey As Authorities Detain, Deport Christians
The era of foreign missionaries in Turkey is drawing to a close as authorities increasingly detain, deport, or bar Christian workers from reentering the Muslim-majority nation, according to church leaders and human-rights advocates.
Trump Seeks “Decisive” Options on Iran as U.S. Military Buildup Accelerates
President Donald Trump is continuing to press senior advisers for what he calls “decisive” military options against Iran, even after pulling back from strikes last week, as Tehran intensifies a violent crackdown on protesters that has killed thousands, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.
ISIS Detainee Camp Abandoned as Syrian Army, Kurdish Forces Agree to New Ceasefire
Guards from the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) withdrew Tuesday from the sprawling al-Hol detention camp in northeast Syria, triggering accusations from Damascus that the move allowed Islamic State-linked detainees to escape, as fighting between the two sides pushed the country closer to renewed instability.
Greenland Warns Of Possible Invasion As Trump Revives Takeover Threats
Greenland’s prime minister has warned residents and authorities to prepare for possible disruptions and security risks as U.S. President Donald J. Trump continues to threaten to takeover the Arctic island, despite mounting concern within the United States Congress.
Spanish Train Derails Near Barcelona As Safety Concerns Mount After Deadly Rail Crashes
A commuter train derailed late Tuesday near the city of Barcelona after a containment wall collapsed onto the track during heavy rain, killing the train’s driver and injuring around 20 people, Spanish authorities said.
Scores Killed In Pakistan’s Shopping Mall Fire (VIDEO)
Rescue workers continued recovery operations Tuesday after a devastating fire tore through a crowded shopping mall over the weekend in Pakistan’s largest city, killing at least 28 people, including a firefighter, according to officials.
Danish Troops In Greenland After Trump Threatens To Annex It
As many as hundreds of additional Danish troops arrived in Greenland late Monday after U.S. Donald J. Trump made clear he wants to annex the territory by buying it from Denmark, while not ruling out using force.
Iran Builds a Digital “Berlin Wall” as Regime Seals Off Nation From the World
Iran’s Islamic regime has effectively erected a modern-day Berlin Wall — not of concrete and barbed wire, but of cables, servers, and state-controlled silence — as it plunges the country into a near-total internet blackout to crush nationwide protests and shield its violence from global scrutiny.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S.–Israel Launch AI Partnership in Jerusalem
The United States and Israel signed a landmark joint statement on Friday launching a strategic partnership in artificial intelligence, research, and critical technologies under the U.S.-led Pax Silica initiative, underscoring a shared vision that economic cooperation can outweigh ideological divides.
Israel Demolishes Former UNRWA Headquarters in Jerusalem After Knesset Ban
Israeli authorities on Tuesday began demolishing the former headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency at Ammunition Hill in Jerusalem, marking a decisive enforcement of legislation passed by the Knesset banning UNRWA activity inside Israeli territory.
Inside the United States
Entitlement Fraud Costs Taxpayers Billions … Or Trillions, Dwarfing Minnesota
Since 2020, fraudsters have scammed at least $36 billion and as much as $3 trillion in tax money from federal entitlement programs, dwarfing the amount federal prosecutors claim was stolen in Minnesota's federal food aid scandal known as Feeding Our Future, an investigation by The Center Square found.
House To Vote On Last Four Govt. Funding Bills Costing $1.2 Trillion
Ten days before the government funding deadline, congressional appropriators released the last four fiscal year 2026 spending bills for the U.S. House to vote on.
Mail-Order Abortion Pills Drive Post-Dobbs Surge, Pro-Life Leaders Warn
The number of abortions in the United States continues to rise despite stronger state protections for unborn life following the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, with pro-life advocates pointing to mail-order abortion pills as the primary driver. Pro-choice researchers estimate the nation averaged nearly 99,000 abortions per month in early 2025, a trend conservatives say reflects regulatory loopholes rather than public rejection of pro-life laws.
Christian News
Foreign Missionary Era Ending In Turkey As Authorities Detain, Deport Christians
The era of foreign missionaries in Turkey is drawing to a close as authorities increasingly detain, deport, or bar Christian workers from reentering the Muslim-majority nation, according to church leaders and human-rights advocates.