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Around the World
British and Dutch Artists Caught in Anti-Jewish Sentiments
Britain and the Netherlands are reeling from antisemitic and anti-Israel sentiments expressed by leading artists at or before concerts, amid divisions in Europe over the ongoing war in Gaza.
Iran Deployed Bot Network to Undermine U.S. Support for Military Action
Iran orchestrated a covert influence operation using a sprawling bot network to erode American public support for military action targeting its nuclear program, according to a new report cited by Israel Hayom.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Announces Israel Agrees to 60-Day Ceasefire Framework, Urges Hamas to Accept Final Deal
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that Israel has agreed to the key conditions necessary to implement a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, setting the stage for renewed efforts to end the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
U.S. Approves $510 Million Precision Bomb Kit Sale to Israel Following Strikes on Iran
The U.S. State Department has approved a $510 million arms deal with Israel for the sale of precision-guided bomb kits, following recent Israeli and U.S. military operations targeting Iranian nuclear infrastructure. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified Congress of the proposed sale on Monday.
Israel Unveils Upgraded “Arrow 4” Missile Defense System
Israel's renowned Arrow missile defense system is poised to enter a new era as the Ministry of Defense and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) prepare to roll out the next-generation Arrow 4 interceptor, designed to counter emerging threats including hypersonic glide vehicles (HGVs) and advanced ballistic missiles.
Inside the United States
Trump and DeSantis Unveil “Alligator Alcatraz” Immigration Detention Facility in Florida Everglades
President Donald Trump on Tuesday joined Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to unveil a massive new immigration detention facility dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," a remote compound deep in the Everglades designed to house thousands of illegal immigrants as part of the administration's expanded deportation agenda.
Senate Passes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ After All-Night Vote-a-Rama, Setting Up House Showdown
After a marathon overnight session, the U.S. Senate narrowly passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" at midday on July 1, marking a major legislative victory for President Donald Trump and setting up a final push in the House just days before the July 4 deadline.
House Republicans Subpoena ActBlue Officials as DOJ Probe into Alleged Fraud Expands
House Republicans have subpoenaed two current and former ActBlue officials as part of an escalating investigation into what lawmakers describe as potentially "widespread" fraud on the Democratic fundraising platform. The move comes amid a parallel probe ordered by President Donald Trump's Department of Justice into alleged illegal contributions funneled through the site.
Christian News
Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart Dies At 90 (Worthy News In-Depth)
U.S. evangelist Jimmy Swaggart, who impacted generations and continued faithfully preaching the Gospel after surviving scandals, has died at age 90, his organization confirmed.
Worthy Insights
Messianic Jews in Jerusalem Return to Worship Together After Weeks of Iranian Missiles
With news of a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Iran, the prospect of returning to synagogues and churches for worship in the Holy Land inspired a Messianic Jewish congregation in Jerusalem to gather again for worship on Sunday night.
‘God’s Definitely Real’: Cross Necklace Saves Man’s Life After He Was Shot in the Chest
A Florida man is crediting God and a cross necklace for helping save his life.
Twelver Shi’a Islam, the Mahdi, and the Iranian regime’s existential war against Israel – Why Iran seeks to destroy the Jewish nation
The Islamic Republic of Iran is a Shi’a Muslim government. While it is not the only Shi’a Muslim majority country, it is the only one with a Shi’a theocratic government based on the Islamic Revolutionary philosophy of its founder, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.
British and Dutch Artists Caught in Anti-Jewish Sentiments
Britain and the Netherlands are reeling from antisemitic and anti-Israel sentiments expressed by leading artists at or before concerts, amid divisions in Europe over the ongoing war in Gaza.
Iran Deployed Bot Network to Undermine U.S. Support for Military Action
Iran orchestrated a covert influence operation using a sprawling bot network to erode American public support for military action targeting its nuclear program, according to a new report cited by Israel Hayom.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Announces Israel Agrees to 60-Day Ceasefire Framework, Urges Hamas to Accept Final Deal
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that Israel has agreed to the key conditions necessary to implement a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, setting the stage for renewed efforts to end the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
U.S. Approves $510 Million Precision Bomb Kit Sale to Israel Following Strikes on Iran
The U.S. State Department has approved a $510 million arms deal with Israel for the sale of precision-guided bomb kits, following recent Israeli and U.S. military operations targeting Iranian nuclear infrastructure. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified Congress of the proposed sale on Monday.
Israel Unveils Upgraded “Arrow 4” Missile Defense System
Israel's renowned Arrow missile defense system is poised to enter a new era as the Ministry of Defense and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) prepare to roll out the next-generation Arrow 4 interceptor, designed to counter emerging threats including hypersonic glide vehicles (HGVs) and advanced ballistic missiles.
Inside the United States
Trump and DeSantis Unveil “Alligator Alcatraz” Immigration Detention Facility in Florida Everglades
President Donald Trump on Tuesday joined Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to unveil a massive new immigration detention facility dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," a remote compound deep in the Everglades designed to house thousands of illegal immigrants as part of the administration's expanded deportation agenda.
Senate Passes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ After All-Night Vote-a-Rama, Setting Up House Showdown
After a marathon overnight session, the U.S. Senate narrowly passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" at midday on July 1, marking a major legislative victory for President Donald Trump and setting up a final push in the House just days before the July 4 deadline.
House Republicans Subpoena ActBlue Officials as DOJ Probe into Alleged Fraud Expands
House Republicans have subpoenaed two current and former ActBlue officials as part of an escalating investigation into what lawmakers describe as potentially "widespread" fraud on the Democratic fundraising platform. The move comes amid a parallel probe ordered by President Donald Trump's Department of Justice into alleged illegal contributions funneled through the site.
Christian News
Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart Dies At 90 (Worthy News In-Depth)
U.S. evangelist Jimmy Swaggart, who impacted generations and continued faithfully preaching the Gospel after surviving scandals, has died at age 90, his organization confirmed.
Worthy Insights
Messianic Jews in Jerusalem Return to Worship Together After Weeks of Iranian Missiles
With news of a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Iran, the prospect of returning to synagogues and churches for worship in the Holy Land inspired a Messianic Jewish congregation in Jerusalem to gather again for worship on Sunday night.
‘God’s Definitely Real’: Cross Necklace Saves Man’s Life After He Was Shot in the Chest
A Florida man is crediting God and a cross necklace for helping save his life.
Twelver Shi’a Islam, the Mahdi, and the Iranian regime’s existential war against Israel – Why Iran seeks to destroy the Jewish nation
The Islamic Republic of Iran is a Shi’a Muslim government. While it is not the only Shi’a Muslim majority country, it is the only one with a Shi’a theocratic government based on the Islamic Revolutionary philosophy of its founder, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.
Around the World
Trump Lifts Longstanding U.S. Sanctions on Syria, Paving Way for New Diplomatic Era
In a historic move aimed at reshaping the Middle East's geopolitical landscape, President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order lifting long-standing U.S. sanctions on Syria, marking a dramatic pivot in American foreign policy following the fall of the Assad regime late last year.
Trump Denies Talks with Iran, Declares Nuclear Program ‘Obliterated’
President Donald Trump firmly rejected any suggestion that his administration is offering sanctions relief or negotiating with Iran, dismissing recent speculation as "phony" and doubling down on his claim that Iran's nuclear program has been decisively destroyed by U.S. and Israeli strikes.
Iranian Ayatollah Issues Fatwa Declaring Trump and Netanyahu ‘Enemies of God’ Following Conflict
A top Shi’a Muslim cleric in Iran has issued a religious ruling, or fatwa, labeling former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as “enemies of God” — a serious accusation in Islamic law that can justify deadly punishment.
Russia Launches Largest Air Attack
War-fatigued residents tried to recover Sunday after Russia fired more than 500 aerial weapons at Ukraine overnight, killing several people in a barrage that Kyiv called “the biggest air attack” of the three-year armed conflict.
Orbán Condemns Budapest Pride as ‘Disgusting’, Blames EU and Opposition
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, a self-declared Christian, has lashed out at organizers and participants of Saturday’s Budapest Pride march, calling the event “disgusting and shameful.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Syria in Advanced Talks as Trump Administration Eyes New Abraham Accords Members
In a stunning diplomatic shift, Israeli officials confirmed Monday that Israel is in advanced talks with Syria and Lebanon as part of a broader effort to expand the Abraham Accords and reshape the regional balance of power.
Trump Demands Netanyahu Charges Be Dropped, Slams Trial as Threat to Regional Peace Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump renewed his public defense of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, calling for all corruption charges against the longtime Israeli leader to be dropped and warning that the trial could sabotage sensitive negotiations with Iran and Hamas.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court To Decide Billion Dollar Campaign Finance Case
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide a case that seeks to remove a cap on how much political parties can spend on candidates.
Senate Kicks Off Final Push on Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Amid GOP Divisions and Deadline Pressure
With fireworks just days away, Senate Republicans entered a marathon stretch Monday morning in a dramatic race to pass President Donald Trump's sweeping budget and tax overhaul, dubbed the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," before the self-imposed July 4th deadline. The legislation, a centerpiece of Trump's second-term agenda, has triggered late-night floor fights, intraparty feuding, and a last-ditch effort to unite a narrowly divided Republican majority.
Christian News
Hundreds Storm Indonesia House Church
Dozens of residents, including Christians, have been rescued from a halfway house in Indonesia’s West Java province after local Muslims stormed the building because it had been used for church services, Christians told Worthy News.
Trump Lifts Longstanding U.S. Sanctions on Syria, Paving Way for New Diplomatic Era
In a historic move aimed at reshaping the Middle East's geopolitical landscape, President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order lifting long-standing U.S. sanctions on Syria, marking a dramatic pivot in American foreign policy following the fall of the Assad regime late last year.
Trump Denies Talks with Iran, Declares Nuclear Program ‘Obliterated’
President Donald Trump firmly rejected any suggestion that his administration is offering sanctions relief or negotiating with Iran, dismissing recent speculation as "phony" and doubling down on his claim that Iran's nuclear program has been decisively destroyed by U.S. and Israeli strikes.
Iranian Ayatollah Issues Fatwa Declaring Trump and Netanyahu ‘Enemies of God’ Following Conflict
A top Shi’a Muslim cleric in Iran has issued a religious ruling, or fatwa, labeling former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as “enemies of God” — a serious accusation in Islamic law that can justify deadly punishment.
Russia Launches Largest Air Attack
War-fatigued residents tried to recover Sunday after Russia fired more than 500 aerial weapons at Ukraine overnight, killing several people in a barrage that Kyiv called “the biggest air attack” of the three-year armed conflict.
Orbán Condemns Budapest Pride as ‘Disgusting’, Blames EU and Opposition
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, a self-declared Christian, has lashed out at organizers and participants of Saturday’s Budapest Pride march, calling the event “disgusting and shameful.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Syria in Advanced Talks as Trump Administration Eyes New Abraham Accords Members
In a stunning diplomatic shift, Israeli officials confirmed Monday that Israel is in advanced talks with Syria and Lebanon as part of a broader effort to expand the Abraham Accords and reshape the regional balance of power.
Trump Demands Netanyahu Charges Be Dropped, Slams Trial as Threat to Regional Peace Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump renewed his public defense of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, calling for all corruption charges against the longtime Israeli leader to be dropped and warning that the trial could sabotage sensitive negotiations with Iran and Hamas.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court To Decide Billion Dollar Campaign Finance Case
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide a case that seeks to remove a cap on how much political parties can spend on candidates.
Senate Kicks Off Final Push on Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Amid GOP Divisions and Deadline Pressure
With fireworks just days away, Senate Republicans entered a marathon stretch Monday morning in a dramatic race to pass President Donald Trump's sweeping budget and tax overhaul, dubbed the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," before the self-imposed July 4th deadline. The legislation, a centerpiece of Trump's second-term agenda, has triggered late-night floor fights, intraparty feuding, and a last-ditch effort to unite a narrowly divided Republican majority.
Christian News
Hundreds Storm Indonesia House Church
Dozens of residents, including Christians, have been rescued from a halfway house in Indonesia’s West Java province after local Muslims stormed the building because it had been used for church services, Christians told Worthy News.
Around the World
U.S. Expends 20% of Global THAAD Stockpile in Defense of Israel During 12-Day War with Iran
In a high-cost display of strategic commitment, the United States deployed an estimated 15 to 20 percent of its global Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile inventory during a 12-day war between Israel and Iran earlier this month. The operation, aimed at intercepting waves of Iranian ballistic and hypersonic missiles, reportedly cost the U.S. military between $810 million and $1.2 billion in interceptor missiles alone.
Rwanda and DRC Sign U.S.-Brokered Peace Deal as Trump Hails Breakthrough, Critics Voice Caution
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) signed a landmark U.S.-brokered peace agreement on Friday in Washington, aiming to halt years of deadly conflict in eastern Congo and unlock billions in Western investment in the region's prized minerals.
Trump Declares Victory Over Iran, Warns of More Strikes if Nuclear Program Rebuilds
President Donald Trump has declared a sweeping U.S. victory in the war against Iran, calling the joint American-Israeli strike campaign a "total obliteration" of Tehran's nuclear program and vowing to strike again if the Islamic Republic attempts to rebuild.
Russia Ready For Peace Talks With Ukraine As Battles Rage
As battles raged, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday that Russia is still willing to hold a new round of peace talks with Ukraine, which Moscow invaded nearly 3.5 years ago.
Hungary’s Orbán Defends Banning Pride Ahead Of March
Tensions were rising Friday as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán warned there would be “legal consequences" for organizing or attending a Budapest Pride march in violation of a police ban on the event planned for this weekend.
U.S., China Reach New Trade Understanding Amid Renewed Negotiations and Economic Shifts
The United States and China have reached an additional agreement aimed at implementing the Geneva framework as part of ongoing trade negotiations, a White House official confirmed to The Epoch Times on Wednesday.
Kenya’s Christian President Pressured To Resign As Dozen Die In Clashes (Worthy News In-Depth)
Kenya's self-declared Christian president faces pressure to resign after nationwide anti-government protests allegedly killed as many as 16 people.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Eliminates Senior Hamas Founder Linked to October 7 Massacre
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced Saturday that it had killed Hakham Muhammad Issa Al-Issa, a founding member of Hamas and one of the chief architects behind the October 7, 2023, massacre, in a targeted airstrike in Gaza City.
Netanyahu, Trump Discuss Grand Middle East Realignment as Ceasefire, Hostage Deal, and Expanded Abraham Accords Take Shape
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Israel now stands at a "historic crossroad" for a dramatic expansion of peace accords with Arab nations, following a reported agreement with U.S. President Donald Trump on a vision to end the war in Gaza and usher in a new era of regional normalization.
Inside the United States
US Top Court Ends Nationwide Orders Halting Trump Policies
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has welcomed the nation’s Supreme Court ruling that lower courts can no longer issue nationwide orders stopping his administration from enforcing a policy.
Supreme Court Upholds Texas Age-Verification Law for Porn Sites in Major Win for Parental Rights and Child Protection
In a landmark 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Texas law that requires pornographic websites to verify users' ages through government-issued identification--delivering a decisive victory to parents and child advocates concerned about minors' exposure to explicit content online.
Supreme Court Backs Parents’ Right to Opt Out of LGBTQ Story Time in Major Religious Liberty Ruling
In a landmark 6-3 ruling Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court sided with parents in Montgomery County, Maryland, affirming their right to opt their pre-K and elementary-aged children out of LGBTQ-inclusive story time and classroom instruction that conflicts with their religious beliefs.
Supreme Court Delivers Major Win to Trump, Limits Nationwide Injunctions Blocking Immigration Policies
xIn a landmark 6-3 decision Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court dealt a blow to the use of sweeping "universal injunctions" that have repeatedly stalled President Donald Trump's second-term agenda, ruling that such orders likely exceed the authority granted to federal courts by Congress. The ruling grants the Trump administration a partial victory, allowing it to move forward with implementing a controversial immigration policy aimed at redefining birthright citizenship.
Christian News
Pakistan Court Acquits Christian Man After 23 Years on Death Row
Pakistan’s Supreme Court has acquitted Anwar Kenneth, a mentally challenged Christian man who spent 23 years behind bars on death row for “blasphemy” against Islam, Christians confirmed Friday.
Christian Camp Wins Religious Exemption in Colorado Gender Identity Dispute
A Christian summer camp nestled in the Rocky Mountains will continue to operate in accordance with its religious convictions after reaching an agreement with Colorado officials over the state's anti-discrimination rules.
U.S. Expends 20% of Global THAAD Stockpile in Defense of Israel During 12-Day War with Iran
In a high-cost display of strategic commitment, the United States deployed an estimated 15 to 20 percent of its global Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile inventory during a 12-day war between Israel and Iran earlier this month. The operation, aimed at intercepting waves of Iranian ballistic and hypersonic missiles, reportedly cost the U.S. military between $810 million and $1.2 billion in interceptor missiles alone.
Rwanda and DRC Sign U.S.-Brokered Peace Deal as Trump Hails Breakthrough, Critics Voice Caution
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) signed a landmark U.S.-brokered peace agreement on Friday in Washington, aiming to halt years of deadly conflict in eastern Congo and unlock billions in Western investment in the region's prized minerals.
Trump Declares Victory Over Iran, Warns of More Strikes if Nuclear Program Rebuilds
President Donald Trump has declared a sweeping U.S. victory in the war against Iran, calling the joint American-Israeli strike campaign a "total obliteration" of Tehran's nuclear program and vowing to strike again if the Islamic Republic attempts to rebuild.
Russia Ready For Peace Talks With Ukraine As Battles Rage
As battles raged, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday that Russia is still willing to hold a new round of peace talks with Ukraine, which Moscow invaded nearly 3.5 years ago.
Hungary’s Orbán Defends Banning Pride Ahead Of March
Tensions were rising Friday as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán warned there would be “legal consequences" for organizing or attending a Budapest Pride march in violation of a police ban on the event planned for this weekend.
U.S., China Reach New Trade Understanding Amid Renewed Negotiations and Economic Shifts
The United States and China have reached an additional agreement aimed at implementing the Geneva framework as part of ongoing trade negotiations, a White House official confirmed to The Epoch Times on Wednesday.
Kenya’s Christian President Pressured To Resign As Dozen Die In Clashes (Worthy News In-Depth)
Kenya's self-declared Christian president faces pressure to resign after nationwide anti-government protests allegedly killed as many as 16 people.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Eliminates Senior Hamas Founder Linked to October 7 Massacre
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced Saturday that it had killed Hakham Muhammad Issa Al-Issa, a founding member of Hamas and one of the chief architects behind the October 7, 2023, massacre, in a targeted airstrike in Gaza City.
Netanyahu, Trump Discuss Grand Middle East Realignment as Ceasefire, Hostage Deal, and Expanded Abraham Accords Take Shape
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Israel now stands at a "historic crossroad" for a dramatic expansion of peace accords with Arab nations, following a reported agreement with U.S. President Donald Trump on a vision to end the war in Gaza and usher in a new era of regional normalization.
Inside the United States
US Top Court Ends Nationwide Orders Halting Trump Policies
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has welcomed the nation’s Supreme Court ruling that lower courts can no longer issue nationwide orders stopping his administration from enforcing a policy.
Supreme Court Upholds Texas Age-Verification Law for Porn Sites in Major Win for Parental Rights and Child Protection
In a landmark 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Texas law that requires pornographic websites to verify users' ages through government-issued identification--delivering a decisive victory to parents and child advocates concerned about minors' exposure to explicit content online.
Supreme Court Backs Parents’ Right to Opt Out of LGBTQ Story Time in Major Religious Liberty Ruling
In a landmark 6-3 ruling Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court sided with parents in Montgomery County, Maryland, affirming their right to opt their pre-K and elementary-aged children out of LGBTQ-inclusive story time and classroom instruction that conflicts with their religious beliefs.
Supreme Court Delivers Major Win to Trump, Limits Nationwide Injunctions Blocking Immigration Policies
xIn a landmark 6-3 decision Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court dealt a blow to the use of sweeping "universal injunctions" that have repeatedly stalled President Donald Trump's second-term agenda, ruling that such orders likely exceed the authority granted to federal courts by Congress. The ruling grants the Trump administration a partial victory, allowing it to move forward with implementing a controversial immigration policy aimed at redefining birthright citizenship.
Christian News
Pakistan Court Acquits Christian Man After 23 Years on Death Row
Pakistan’s Supreme Court has acquitted Anwar Kenneth, a mentally challenged Christian man who spent 23 years behind bars on death row for “blasphemy” against Islam, Christians confirmed Friday.
Christian Camp Wins Religious Exemption in Colorado Gender Identity Dispute
A Christian summer camp nestled in the Rocky Mountains will continue to operate in accordance with its religious convictions after reaching an agreement with Colorado officials over the state's anti-discrimination rules.