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Around the World
U.S. Destroys 16 Iranian Mine-Laying Boats Near Strait of Hormuz
U.S. forces destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying boats near the strategic Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday as Washington moved to prevent Tehran from disrupting one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes, the Pentagon confirmed.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Injured but Still Governing
Iran’s newly installed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, was reportedly wounded during the recent war but remains capable of carrying out his duties, according to a source familiar with the matter cited by The Jerusalem Post.
Six Dead In Suspected Deliberate Bus Fire In Switzerland
At least six people were killed and five others injured after a passenger bus burst into flames in western Switzerland, with authorities saying the blaze may have been deliberately set.
Iran Strikes Gulf States As Christians Voice Fears (Worthy News In-Depth)
Iran launched new attacks on Gulf Arab countries Tuesday as strikes that began last week have killed at least seven people and injured more than 120 others, heightening fears among foreign residents, including minority Christians, Worthy News learned.
Hegseth: Tuesday To Be ‘Most Intense Day Of Strikes’ Yet In Iran
The American military continues to ramp up its attacks on Iran, 10 days into Operation Epic Fury.
Iranian Women’s Soccer Players Granted Asylum In Australia After Anthem Protest
Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women’s soccer players who sought asylum amid fears for their safety if they returned to the Islamic Republic, authorities confirmed.
US, Israel Reject Iran’s New Leader As NATO Intercepts Second Missile Threatening Turkey; US Shares Recover (Worthy News Focus)
NATO-linked air defenses intercepted a second Iranian ballistic missile threatening alliance member Turkey on Monday as the United States and Israel rejected Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, amid escalating tensions across the Middle East.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Iran, Hezbollah Launch Coordinated Cluster Missile Barrage Against Israel
Israel faced an intensified wave of attacks Tuesday as Iran and Hezbollah launched what analysts describe as a coordinated barrage of missiles and drones, including cluster munitions, on the 11th day of Operations Epic Fury and Roaring Lion.
Inside the United States
ICE Houston Arrests Over 400 Illegal Immigrants Charged With Child Sex Offenses
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that its Houston division arrested 414 illegal immigrants in 2025 who were charged with or convicted of child sex crimes.
Christian News
Christians Concerned As Bihar Weighs Anti-Conversion Law
Christians in India voiced concern after lawmakers in the northern state of Bihar suggested introducing an anti-conversion law similar to legislation adopted in several other states.
Mexico Christians Face Rising Attacks After Cartel Retaliation (Worthy News Focus)
Evangelical Christians in parts of Mexico are facing renewed persecution after cartel retaliation erupted following the killing of one of the country’s most notorious drug lords in a U.S.-backed military operation that left dozens of Mexican soldiers dead, Christian advocates say.
U.S. Destroys 16 Iranian Mine-Laying Boats Near Strait of Hormuz
U.S. forces destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying boats near the strategic Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday as Washington moved to prevent Tehran from disrupting one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes, the Pentagon confirmed.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Injured but Still Governing
Iran’s newly installed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, was reportedly wounded during the recent war but remains capable of carrying out his duties, according to a source familiar with the matter cited by The Jerusalem Post.
Six Dead In Suspected Deliberate Bus Fire In Switzerland
At least six people were killed and five others injured after a passenger bus burst into flames in western Switzerland, with authorities saying the blaze may have been deliberately set.
Iran Strikes Gulf States As Christians Voice Fears (Worthy News In-Depth)
Iran launched new attacks on Gulf Arab countries Tuesday as strikes that began last week have killed at least seven people and injured more than 120 others, heightening fears among foreign residents, including minority Christians, Worthy News learned.
Hegseth: Tuesday To Be ‘Most Intense Day Of Strikes’ Yet In Iran
The American military continues to ramp up its attacks on Iran, 10 days into Operation Epic Fury.
Iranian Women’s Soccer Players Granted Asylum In Australia After Anthem Protest
Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women’s soccer players who sought asylum amid fears for their safety if they returned to the Islamic Republic, authorities confirmed.
US, Israel Reject Iran’s New Leader As NATO Intercepts Second Missile Threatening Turkey; US Shares Recover (Worthy News Focus)
NATO-linked air defenses intercepted a second Iranian ballistic missile threatening alliance member Turkey on Monday as the United States and Israel rejected Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, amid escalating tensions across the Middle East.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Iran, Hezbollah Launch Coordinated Cluster Missile Barrage Against Israel
Israel faced an intensified wave of attacks Tuesday as Iran and Hezbollah launched what analysts describe as a coordinated barrage of missiles and drones, including cluster munitions, on the 11th day of Operations Epic Fury and Roaring Lion.
Inside the United States
ICE Houston Arrests Over 400 Illegal Immigrants Charged With Child Sex Offenses
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that its Houston division arrested 414 illegal immigrants in 2025 who were charged with or convicted of child sex crimes.
Christian News
Christians Concerned As Bihar Weighs Anti-Conversion Law
Christians in India voiced concern after lawmakers in the northern state of Bihar suggested introducing an anti-conversion law similar to legislation adopted in several other states.
Mexico Christians Face Rising Attacks After Cartel Retaliation (Worthy News Focus)
Evangelical Christians in parts of Mexico are facing renewed persecution after cartel retaliation erupted following the killing of one of the country’s most notorious drug lords in a U.S.-backed military operation that left dozens of Mexican soldiers dead, Christian advocates say.
Around the World
Global Operation Rescues 65 Children, Arrests 60 in Child-Exploitation Crackdown
An international law-enforcement operation has led to the arrest of 60 suspects and the rescue of 65 child victims following a year-long investigation across Central America, North America, and the Caribbean.
Trump Launches ‘Shield of the Americas’ Strategy Targeting Drug Cartels
President Donald Trump unveiled a sweeping new strategy to combat drug cartels across the Western Hemisphere, declaring that powerful trafficking networks should be treated as national security threats rather than ordinary criminal organizations.
G7 Nations Not Yet Ready To Release Oil Stockpiles
G7 finance ministers said Monday they will take “necessary measures” to stabilize energy supplies but added there is no plan yet to release strategic oil stockpiles after prices for the vital commodity surged over the weekend to a 45-month high.
Trump Says War Against Iran ‘Very Near Completion’ as U.S.–Israel Campaign Devastates Regime’s Military
President Donald Trump said Monday that the joint U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran is "very far ahead of schedule," declaring that the Islamic Republic's military infrastructure has been largely destroyed and the conflict could soon come to an end.
Ukrainian Man Kidnapped And Murdered In Bali As Police Hunt Suspects
Authorities on the Indonesian island of Bali are investigating the kidnapping and brutal killing of a Ukrainian man believed to be linked to organized crime in a case that has shocked residents of the resort island, a popular international tourist destination.
Hungary: Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy Threatened To Kill Prime Minister Orbán
Hungary accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of threatening to kill Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán as frictions between the neighbors intensified Friday, deepening disputes over energy supplies, financial aid and the war in Ukraine.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Hits Over 600 Targets, Kills 200 Hezbollah Operatives in Expanding Lebanon Campaign
Israel’s military says it has struck more than 600 Hezbollah targets across Lebanon and eliminated roughly 200 terrorists since the Iranian-backed group joined the regional conflict last week.
Inside the United States
Trump Push for SAVE America Act Raises Risk of Congressional Gridlock
A political standoff is brewing in Washington after President Donald Trump vowed not to sign new legislation until Congress passes the SAVE America Act, prompting warnings from Senate leaders that the move could trigger legislative gridlock.
Federal Deficit Totaled $1 Trillion In Beginning Of Fy2026, CBO Says
The United States federal budget deficit totaled $1 trillion in the first five months of fiscal year 2026, according to the Congressional Budget Office.
Christian News
Christian Leader Welcomes US Call To Keep Pakistan On Religious Freedom Watch List
A Christian rights leader in Pakistan has welcomed a recommendation by the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) to keep Pakistan designated as a “Country of Particular Concern” amid reports of widespread violence against Christians and other minorities.
Christian Girl, 10, Targeted In Attempted Rape Attack In Pakistan
Authorities in Pakistan launched an investigation after a 10-year-old Christian girl was allegedly targeted in an attempted rape by a Muslim man in Punjab province amid a series of violent incidents against Christians in the region, investigators said Sunday.
Worthy Insights
Thousands Turn to Christ as Massive Franklin Graham Event Reaches 90,000
Franklin Graham preached the gospel to 90,000 people in Lima, Peru, over the weekend, and thousands made commitments to give their lives to Jesus Christ as a result.
Global Operation Rescues 65 Children, Arrests 60 in Child-Exploitation Crackdown
An international law-enforcement operation has led to the arrest of 60 suspects and the rescue of 65 child victims following a year-long investigation across Central America, North America, and the Caribbean.
Trump Launches ‘Shield of the Americas’ Strategy Targeting Drug Cartels
President Donald Trump unveiled a sweeping new strategy to combat drug cartels across the Western Hemisphere, declaring that powerful trafficking networks should be treated as national security threats rather than ordinary criminal organizations.
G7 Nations Not Yet Ready To Release Oil Stockpiles
G7 finance ministers said Monday they will take “necessary measures” to stabilize energy supplies but added there is no plan yet to release strategic oil stockpiles after prices for the vital commodity surged over the weekend to a 45-month high.
Trump Says War Against Iran ‘Very Near Completion’ as U.S.–Israel Campaign Devastates Regime’s Military
President Donald Trump said Monday that the joint U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran is "very far ahead of schedule," declaring that the Islamic Republic's military infrastructure has been largely destroyed and the conflict could soon come to an end.
Ukrainian Man Kidnapped And Murdered In Bali As Police Hunt Suspects
Authorities on the Indonesian island of Bali are investigating the kidnapping and brutal killing of a Ukrainian man believed to be linked to organized crime in a case that has shocked residents of the resort island, a popular international tourist destination.
Hungary: Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy Threatened To Kill Prime Minister Orbán
Hungary accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of threatening to kill Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán as frictions between the neighbors intensified Friday, deepening disputes over energy supplies, financial aid and the war in Ukraine.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Hits Over 600 Targets, Kills 200 Hezbollah Operatives in Expanding Lebanon Campaign
Israel’s military says it has struck more than 600 Hezbollah targets across Lebanon and eliminated roughly 200 terrorists since the Iranian-backed group joined the regional conflict last week.
Inside the United States
Trump Push for SAVE America Act Raises Risk of Congressional Gridlock
A political standoff is brewing in Washington after President Donald Trump vowed not to sign new legislation until Congress passes the SAVE America Act, prompting warnings from Senate leaders that the move could trigger legislative gridlock.
Federal Deficit Totaled $1 Trillion In Beginning Of Fy2026, CBO Says
The United States federal budget deficit totaled $1 trillion in the first five months of fiscal year 2026, according to the Congressional Budget Office.
Christian News
Christian Leader Welcomes US Call To Keep Pakistan On Religious Freedom Watch List
A Christian rights leader in Pakistan has welcomed a recommendation by the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) to keep Pakistan designated as a “Country of Particular Concern” amid reports of widespread violence against Christians and other minorities.
Christian Girl, 10, Targeted In Attempted Rape Attack In Pakistan
Authorities in Pakistan launched an investigation after a 10-year-old Christian girl was allegedly targeted in an attempted rape by a Muslim man in Punjab province amid a series of violent incidents against Christians in the region, investigators said Sunday.
Worthy Insights
Thousands Turn to Christ as Massive Franklin Graham Event Reaches 90,000
Franklin Graham preached the gospel to 90,000 people in Lima, Peru, over the weekend, and thousands made commitments to give their lives to Jesus Christ as a result.
Around the World
Iran Names Mojtaba Khamenei As New Supreme Leader After Death Of Father
Iran’s powerful Assembly of Experts announced Sunday that Mojtaba Khamenei has been selected as the country’s new supreme leader, replacing his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed during the opening phase of U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28.
U.S., Israeli Air Superiority Cuts Iranian Missile Attacks by 90%
The number of missiles launched by Iran has dropped by roughly 90% since the opening day of the war, according to the commander of U.S. Central Command, as American and Israeli forces establish near-total aerial dominance over the country.
Trump Weighs Special Forces Mission As Israel Strikes Iran And Middle East Death Toll Climbs (Worthy News Focus)
U.S. President Donald J. Trump was weighing deploying special forces to seize Iran’s near-bomb-grade uranium as Israel expanded strikes on targets in Iran and Lebanon, escalating the war in the Middle East that has already left more than 1,500 people dead across the region, officials said.
Orbán Sends Energy Relief Letters Ahead Of Hungarian Election Amid Ukraine War And Global Energy Fears (Worthy News Focus)
Hungary’s prime minister has begun sending letters to households promising relief on energy bills ahead of April elections as wars in Ukraine and the Middle East raise fears of rising energy prices across Europe.
RFE/RL Journalist Held In Russian Isolation Unit As Media Freedom Forum Warns Of Crackdown
U.S.-backed broadcaster Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) says one of its jailed journalists has been moved to a “punitive isolation unit” in Russia, where she is serving additional disciplinary penalties for alleged violations, as critics warn that more journalists and media workers are now behind bars in the country than last year.
Hungary-Ukraine Tensions Surge Over Oil Pipeline Dispute, Alleged Bank Worker Detentions
Tensions between Hungary and Ukraine surged Friday after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán vowed to “break the Ukrainian oil blockade by force” to restore Russian crude supplies to his country, as Kyiv accused Hungarian authorities of detaining employees of a Ukrainian state bank transporting large sums of money and gold through Budapest.
U.A.E. Weighs Freezing Billions in Iranian Assets Amid Escalating Conflict
The United Arab Emirates is considering freezing billions of dollars in Iranian assets held within its financial system, a move that could severely restrict one of Tehran’s most important economic lifelines, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive citing officials familiar with the discussions.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli Strike Kills Senior IRGC–Hezbollah Officials in Beirut
The Israeli military said Sunday that an overnight strike in Beirut killed five senior liaison officials connected to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force and Hezbollah, dealing what it described as a significant blow to coordination between the Iranian regime and its Lebanese proxy.
Inside the United States
Trump Refuses to Sign New Bills Until Congress Passes SAVE Act
President Donald Trump said Sunday he will refuse to sign any additional legislation until Congress passes the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, escalating pressure on lawmakers to advance the voter-identification bill that has stalled in the Senate.
NYC Bomb Suspects Allegedly Shouted “Allahu Akbar” Before Explosive Attack at Protest
Authorities say a suspect allegedly shouted “Allahu Akbar” before throwing an improvised explosive device during a protest near Gracie Mansion, triggering a major investigation involving federal and local law enforcement.
Trump Receives Fallen Troops In Dover As Gulf Shipping Disrupted And Middle East Tensions Rise
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived at Dover Air Force Base in the U.S. state of Delaware on Saturday to receive the remains of six American soldiers killed during the first days of combat operations linked to U.S. strikes on Iran, as tensions across the Middle East continued to escalate.
Trump Fires Homeland Security Chief Noem Amid Shootings, Spending Controversies
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on after months of controversy, including the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens by federal officers in Minneapolis and growing questions from lawmakers over spending at the Department of Homeland Security.
U.S. Economy Loses 92,000 Jobs in February as Unemployment Ticks Higher
The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 92,000 jobs in February, according to new data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, marking a sharp reversal from earlier forecasts that predicted modest job growth.
Christian News
Islamic Militants Turn To Christ In Nigeria Amid Violence, Film Shows (Worthy News In-Depth)
A growing number of Islamic militants are abandoning terrorism and turning to the Christian faith in Nigeria, one of the world’s most dangerous countries for Christians, according to a new documentary by a global mission group.
Two Arrested After Killing Of Christian Worker Sparks Protests In Pakistan
Pakistani police have arrested two Muslim suspects in connection with the killing of a young Christian agricultural worker whose death sparked protests in the country’s eastern Punjab province, investigators and Christian advocates said Saturday.
Iran Names Mojtaba Khamenei As New Supreme Leader After Death Of Father
Iran’s powerful Assembly of Experts announced Sunday that Mojtaba Khamenei has been selected as the country’s new supreme leader, replacing his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed during the opening phase of U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28.
U.S., Israeli Air Superiority Cuts Iranian Missile Attacks by 90%
The number of missiles launched by Iran has dropped by roughly 90% since the opening day of the war, according to the commander of U.S. Central Command, as American and Israeli forces establish near-total aerial dominance over the country.
Trump Weighs Special Forces Mission As Israel Strikes Iran And Middle East Death Toll Climbs (Worthy News Focus)
U.S. President Donald J. Trump was weighing deploying special forces to seize Iran’s near-bomb-grade uranium as Israel expanded strikes on targets in Iran and Lebanon, escalating the war in the Middle East that has already left more than 1,500 people dead across the region, officials said.
Orbán Sends Energy Relief Letters Ahead Of Hungarian Election Amid Ukraine War And Global Energy Fears (Worthy News Focus)
Hungary’s prime minister has begun sending letters to households promising relief on energy bills ahead of April elections as wars in Ukraine and the Middle East raise fears of rising energy prices across Europe.
RFE/RL Journalist Held In Russian Isolation Unit As Media Freedom Forum Warns Of Crackdown
U.S.-backed broadcaster Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) says one of its jailed journalists has been moved to a “punitive isolation unit” in Russia, where she is serving additional disciplinary penalties for alleged violations, as critics warn that more journalists and media workers are now behind bars in the country than last year.
Hungary-Ukraine Tensions Surge Over Oil Pipeline Dispute, Alleged Bank Worker Detentions
Tensions between Hungary and Ukraine surged Friday after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán vowed to “break the Ukrainian oil blockade by force” to restore Russian crude supplies to his country, as Kyiv accused Hungarian authorities of detaining employees of a Ukrainian state bank transporting large sums of money and gold through Budapest.
U.A.E. Weighs Freezing Billions in Iranian Assets Amid Escalating Conflict
The United Arab Emirates is considering freezing billions of dollars in Iranian assets held within its financial system, a move that could severely restrict one of Tehran’s most important economic lifelines, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive citing officials familiar with the discussions.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli Strike Kills Senior IRGC–Hezbollah Officials in Beirut
The Israeli military said Sunday that an overnight strike in Beirut killed five senior liaison officials connected to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force and Hezbollah, dealing what it described as a significant blow to coordination between the Iranian regime and its Lebanese proxy.
Inside the United States
Trump Refuses to Sign New Bills Until Congress Passes SAVE Act
President Donald Trump said Sunday he will refuse to sign any additional legislation until Congress passes the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, escalating pressure on lawmakers to advance the voter-identification bill that has stalled in the Senate.
NYC Bomb Suspects Allegedly Shouted “Allahu Akbar” Before Explosive Attack at Protest
Authorities say a suspect allegedly shouted “Allahu Akbar” before throwing an improvised explosive device during a protest near Gracie Mansion, triggering a major investigation involving federal and local law enforcement.
Trump Receives Fallen Troops In Dover As Gulf Shipping Disrupted And Middle East Tensions Rise
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived at Dover Air Force Base in the U.S. state of Delaware on Saturday to receive the remains of six American soldiers killed during the first days of combat operations linked to U.S. strikes on Iran, as tensions across the Middle East continued to escalate.
Trump Fires Homeland Security Chief Noem Amid Shootings, Spending Controversies
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on after months of controversy, including the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens by federal officers in Minneapolis and growing questions from lawmakers over spending at the Department of Homeland Security.
U.S. Economy Loses 92,000 Jobs in February as Unemployment Ticks Higher
The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 92,000 jobs in February, according to new data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, marking a sharp reversal from earlier forecasts that predicted modest job growth.
Christian News
Islamic Militants Turn To Christ In Nigeria Amid Violence, Film Shows (Worthy News In-Depth)
A growing number of Islamic militants are abandoning terrorism and turning to the Christian faith in Nigeria, one of the world’s most dangerous countries for Christians, according to a new documentary by a global mission group.
Two Arrested After Killing Of Christian Worker Sparks Protests In Pakistan
Pakistani police have arrested two Muslim suspects in connection with the killing of a young Christian agricultural worker whose death sparked protests in the country’s eastern Punjab province, investigators and Christian advocates said Saturday.