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Around the World
Iranian Missile Struck U.S. Troop Housing at Jordan Base, Killing Two Soldiers
An Iranian ballistic missile that killed two American soldiers at a Jordanian air base struck prefabricated housing where U.S. troops lived and slept, according to American officials cited in an exclusive Wall Street Journal report.
Britain Gets New PM As Burnham Vows Tougher Israel Stance
Andy Burnham became Britain’s new prime minister on Monday, replacing Keir Starmer after a Labour Party revolt and vowing a tougher approach toward Israel as part of an agenda that also includes sweeping economic reforms and devolving power from Westminster.
Oil Surges As US Expands Iran Strikes While Tehran Executes Protesters
A gallon of regular gasoline in the United States climbed to about $4 and benchmark Brent crude rose above $90 a barrel Monday, further fueling a global energy crisis after the United States launched fresh airstrikes against Iran following the death of another American service member, while Tehran executed at least two more anti-government protesters.
Spain’s World Cup Triumph Overshadowed By Deadly Wildfires
Spain’s celebrations after winning the FIFA World Cup in the United States were overshadowed Monday by deadly wildfires that continued to rage across large parts of the country.
Hungary’s PM Taps Chess Giant Judit Polgár For President As Outgoing Leader Denounces Constitutional Changes
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar says he will ask legendary chess grandmaster Judit Polgár to become Hungary’s next president.
U.S. Pounds Iranian Military Sites for Ninth Straight Night as Israel Raises Readiness
The United States unleashed another three-hour wave of strikes against Iranian military targets Sunday evening, marking the ninth consecutive night of American attacks as the Pentagon seeks to cripple Tehran’s ability to threaten international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Lebanese Army Begins Southern Deployment as Israel-Hezbollah Deal Faces First Test
The Lebanese Armed Forces began operations Monday to assume security responsibility in three southern villages, marking the first on-the-ground test of a U.S.-brokered framework aimed at securing an eventual Israeli withdrawal and dismantling Hezbollah’s military presence in the region.
Charred Beams From First Temple Destruction Uncovered in Jerusalem Ahead of Tisha B’Av (Video)
Archaeologists have uncovered massive wooden beams believed to have been burned during the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem nearly 2,600 years ago, offering a rare and tangible connection to one of the most devastating events recorded in Biblical history.
Israel Begins Preparations for 2,000th Anniversary of Jesus’ Baptism
Israel has begun preparations for the 2,000th anniversary of the baptism of Jesus Christ, a major Christian milestone expected to draw millions of pilgrims to the Holy Land in 2030.
Inside the United States
Trump Signs Order to Strengthen U.S. Defense Supply Chains
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday aimed at strengthening America’s defense industrial base and reducing the military’s dependence on China and other foreign suppliers for critical materials and components.
Trump: Netanyahu ‘Will Not Be Arrested’ During U.S. Visit
President Donald Trump declared Monday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested during his expected visit to New York City for the United Nations General Assembly in September.
U.S. House To Vote On Government Funding Stopgap
Republican lawmakers have teed up a Continuing Resolution that would extend government funding at current levels until Dec. 4, punting the government shutdown deadline by two months.
Christian News
U.S. House Moves to Halt Aid to Nigeria Over Continued Killing of Christians
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved legislation that could suspend American assistance to Nigeria unless its government takes measurable steps to protect Christians and prosecute those responsible for religiously motivated violence.
Iranian Missile Struck U.S. Troop Housing at Jordan Base, Killing Two Soldiers
An Iranian ballistic missile that killed two American soldiers at a Jordanian air base struck prefabricated housing where U.S. troops lived and slept, according to American officials cited in an exclusive Wall Street Journal report.
Britain Gets New PM As Burnham Vows Tougher Israel Stance
Andy Burnham became Britain’s new prime minister on Monday, replacing Keir Starmer after a Labour Party revolt and vowing a tougher approach toward Israel as part of an agenda that also includes sweeping economic reforms and devolving power from Westminster.
Oil Surges As US Expands Iran Strikes While Tehran Executes Protesters
A gallon of regular gasoline in the United States climbed to about $4 and benchmark Brent crude rose above $90 a barrel Monday, further fueling a global energy crisis after the United States launched fresh airstrikes against Iran following the death of another American service member, while Tehran executed at least two more anti-government protesters.
Spain’s World Cup Triumph Overshadowed By Deadly Wildfires
Spain’s celebrations after winning the FIFA World Cup in the United States were overshadowed Monday by deadly wildfires that continued to rage across large parts of the country.
Hungary’s PM Taps Chess Giant Judit Polgár For President As Outgoing Leader Denounces Constitutional Changes
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar says he will ask legendary chess grandmaster Judit Polgár to become Hungary’s next president.
U.S. Pounds Iranian Military Sites for Ninth Straight Night as Israel Raises Readiness
The United States unleashed another three-hour wave of strikes against Iranian military targets Sunday evening, marking the ninth consecutive night of American attacks as the Pentagon seeks to cripple Tehran’s ability to threaten international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Lebanese Army Begins Southern Deployment as Israel-Hezbollah Deal Faces First Test
The Lebanese Armed Forces began operations Monday to assume security responsibility in three southern villages, marking the first on-the-ground test of a U.S.-brokered framework aimed at securing an eventual Israeli withdrawal and dismantling Hezbollah’s military presence in the region.
Charred Beams From First Temple Destruction Uncovered in Jerusalem Ahead of Tisha B’Av (Video)
Archaeologists have uncovered massive wooden beams believed to have been burned during the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem nearly 2,600 years ago, offering a rare and tangible connection to one of the most devastating events recorded in Biblical history.
Israel Begins Preparations for 2,000th Anniversary of Jesus’ Baptism
Israel has begun preparations for the 2,000th anniversary of the baptism of Jesus Christ, a major Christian milestone expected to draw millions of pilgrims to the Holy Land in 2030.
Inside the United States
Trump Signs Order to Strengthen U.S. Defense Supply Chains
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday aimed at strengthening America’s defense industrial base and reducing the military’s dependence on China and other foreign suppliers for critical materials and components.
Trump: Netanyahu ‘Will Not Be Arrested’ During U.S. Visit
President Donald Trump declared Monday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested during his expected visit to New York City for the United Nations General Assembly in September.
U.S. House To Vote On Government Funding Stopgap
Republican lawmakers have teed up a Continuing Resolution that would extend government funding at current levels until Dec. 4, punting the government shutdown deadline by two months.
Christian News
U.S. House Moves to Halt Aid to Nigeria Over Continued Killing of Christians
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved legislation that could suspend American assistance to Nigeria unless its government takes measurable steps to protect Christians and prosecute those responsible for religiously motivated violence.
Around the World
Turkey Considers Sending Russian S-400 System to UAE to Unlock F-35 Deal
Turkey is discussing the possible transfer of its Russian-made S-400 air-defense system to the United Arab Emirates in an effort to regain access to America’s advanced F-35 fighter jet program, The Wall Street Journal reported.
5.5 Quake Hits Peru, Killing Several And Damaging Church
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake shook Peru’s central Andes region, killing at least five people, injuring more than 20 others, and damaging numerous buildings, including a church and convent, authorities said Sunday.
Hungary’s President Seals Fate By Signing Amendment Ending Own Presidency
Hungary’s President Tamás Sulyok sealed his fate late Saturday by signing a constitutional amendment that will prematurely end his presidency after months of relentless pressure from Prime Minister Péter Magyar.
U.S. Strikes Iran for Eighth Straight Night After Deadly Attack on American Troops
The United States completed an eighth consecutive night of military strikes against Iran after an Iranian attack killed two American service members in Jordan and left another missing, U.S. Central Command said.
Russia And Ukraine Trade Deadly Strikes As Civilians Continue To Suffer (Worthy News Radio)
The human cost of the war between Russia and Ukraine continued on Saturday as Ukrainian drone strikes inside Russia and renewed Russian attacks on Ukraine left more civilians dead and injured.
Andy Burnham Set To Become Britain’s New Prime Minister Monday
Britain’s governing Labour Party has elected Andy Burnham as its new leader, clearing the way for him to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister on Monday.
Ukraine Protesters Demand Army Chief’s Ouster As Russian Strikes Kill Civilians
Protesters in Kyiv called for the dismissal of Ukraine’s commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, after a new round of deadly Russian strikes and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s removal of a popular defense minister sparked outrage.
Germany Warns Of Imminent Attack Risk Amid Train Violence
Germany’s interior minister has warned of a heightened security threat, saying attacks could be imminent, as Europe’s largest economy remains on edge over terrorism and violent attacks targeting critical infrastructure.
Uganda Halts School Trips After Bus Crash Kills 20 Pupils
Uganda suspended all school trips “until further notice” Friday after a school bus crash killed 20 pupils and one adult overnight. The decision came as Uganda mourned one of its deadliest school transport tragedies in recent years.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Blasts ICC as ‘Kangaroo Court’ After Mamdani Threatens Netanyahu Arrest
Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office sharply rebuked New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Sunday after he renewed his threat to seek the arrest of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a future visit to the city.
Malaysia Threatens To Deport Israelis Amid Probe Into Tech Community
Malaysia’s prime minister has warned that his Islamic nation will immediately deport any Israeli citizens found in the country.
Inside the United States
U.S. Adds Nearly 3.5 Million New Businesses in Record-Setting First Half of 2026
Americans launched nearly 3.5 million new businesses during the first half of 2026, signaling continued confidence in free enterprise despite inflation, elevated interest rates and instability in global markets.
NYC Cash Welfare Payments Surge 71%, Reaching Record $2.6 Billion
New York City distributed more than $2.6 billion in cash assistance to nearly 865,000 residents during 2025, marking a dramatic expansion of the city’s welfare system as concerns grow over taxes, spending, and the potential departure of high-income residents.
Christian News
Churches Swept Away as Flash Floods Devastate Remote Indian Town
Powerful flash floods have swept away churches, damaged schools and homes, and severed vital transportation routes in a remote border region of northeastern India.
Turkey Considers Sending Russian S-400 System to UAE to Unlock F-35 Deal
Turkey is discussing the possible transfer of its Russian-made S-400 air-defense system to the United Arab Emirates in an effort to regain access to America’s advanced F-35 fighter jet program, The Wall Street Journal reported.
5.5 Quake Hits Peru, Killing Several And Damaging Church
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake shook Peru’s central Andes region, killing at least five people, injuring more than 20 others, and damaging numerous buildings, including a church and convent, authorities said Sunday.
Hungary’s President Seals Fate By Signing Amendment Ending Own Presidency
Hungary’s President Tamás Sulyok sealed his fate late Saturday by signing a constitutional amendment that will prematurely end his presidency after months of relentless pressure from Prime Minister Péter Magyar.
U.S. Strikes Iran for Eighth Straight Night After Deadly Attack on American Troops
The United States completed an eighth consecutive night of military strikes against Iran after an Iranian attack killed two American service members in Jordan and left another missing, U.S. Central Command said.
Russia And Ukraine Trade Deadly Strikes As Civilians Continue To Suffer (Worthy News Radio)
The human cost of the war between Russia and Ukraine continued on Saturday as Ukrainian drone strikes inside Russia and renewed Russian attacks on Ukraine left more civilians dead and injured.
Andy Burnham Set To Become Britain’s New Prime Minister Monday
Britain’s governing Labour Party has elected Andy Burnham as its new leader, clearing the way for him to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister on Monday.
Ukraine Protesters Demand Army Chief’s Ouster As Russian Strikes Kill Civilians
Protesters in Kyiv called for the dismissal of Ukraine’s commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, after a new round of deadly Russian strikes and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s removal of a popular defense minister sparked outrage.
Germany Warns Of Imminent Attack Risk Amid Train Violence
Germany’s interior minister has warned of a heightened security threat, saying attacks could be imminent, as Europe’s largest economy remains on edge over terrorism and violent attacks targeting critical infrastructure.
Uganda Halts School Trips After Bus Crash Kills 20 Pupils
Uganda suspended all school trips “until further notice” Friday after a school bus crash killed 20 pupils and one adult overnight. The decision came as Uganda mourned one of its deadliest school transport tragedies in recent years.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Blasts ICC as ‘Kangaroo Court’ After Mamdani Threatens Netanyahu Arrest
Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office sharply rebuked New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Sunday after he renewed his threat to seek the arrest of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a future visit to the city.
Malaysia Threatens To Deport Israelis Amid Probe Into Tech Community
Malaysia’s prime minister has warned that his Islamic nation will immediately deport any Israeli citizens found in the country.
Inside the United States
U.S. Adds Nearly 3.5 Million New Businesses in Record-Setting First Half of 2026
Americans launched nearly 3.5 million new businesses during the first half of 2026, signaling continued confidence in free enterprise despite inflation, elevated interest rates and instability in global markets.
NYC Cash Welfare Payments Surge 71%, Reaching Record $2.6 Billion
New York City distributed more than $2.6 billion in cash assistance to nearly 865,000 residents during 2025, marking a dramatic expansion of the city’s welfare system as concerns grow over taxes, spending, and the potential departure of high-income residents.
Christian News
Churches Swept Away as Flash Floods Devastate Remote Indian Town
Powerful flash floods have swept away churches, damaged schools and homes, and severed vital transportation routes in a remote border region of northeastern India.
Around the World
Trump Administration Designates Juárez Cartel, Los Viagras as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
The Trump administration has formally designated the Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as foreign terrorist organizations, expanding the federal government’s effort to dismantle criminal networks accused of flooding American communities with illegal drugs and terrorizing populations on both sides of the southern border.
US Approves Nearly $2 Billion Arms Sale to Saudi Arabia as Middle East War Escalates
The United States has approved a proposed $1.96 billion weapons sale to Saudi Arabia as fighting intensifies across the Middle East and the kingdom faces renewed missile threats from Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement.
Syria Seizes Advanced Missiles and Drones Bound for Hezbollah
Syrian security forces have intercepted a large shipment of advanced weapons near the Iraqi border that authorities said was intended for the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon.
Ukraine Cabinet Shakeup Sparks Rare Wartime Protests
Ukraine faced mounting political turmoil Thursday after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, triggering rare wartime protests as Russian forces intensified attacks across the country.
Deadly Fire Kills Children At Algerian Welfare Home Amid Heatwave
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expressed sorrow Thursday after a fire swept through a state-run child welfare home in the eastern suburbs of the capital, Algiers, killing at least 11 people and injuring 19 others.
U.S. Strikes Iran for Fifth Straight Day as Tehran Attacks American Bases Across Gulf
The United States carried out two waves of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, marking the fifth consecutive day of American attacks on military assets belonging to the Islamic regime as the battle for control of the Strait of Hormuz widened across the Middle East.
NATO Leaders Leave Turkey Summit With Loaded Diplomatic Dilemma
NATO leaders received more than they bargained for during last week’s summit of their military alliance in Turkey, leaving with an unusual diplomatic gift: a personalized Turkish-made revolver complete with live ammunition, courtesy of host President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
French Legislators Approve Assisted Dying Bill Despite Church Opposition (Worthy News In-Depth)
French legislators have approved a controversial assisted dying bill, despite strong opposition from churches and sections of the medical profession, who warn the law could fundamentally alter the country’s approach to caring for the elderly and the seriously ill.
Europe Records More Than 10,000 Excess Deaths During Record Heatwave
More than 10,000 people died above expected levels across Europe during the record-breaking late-June heatwave, according to official mortality monitoring data.
Former Hungarian Foreign Minister Joins China’s BYD, Sparking Conflict-Of-Interest Debate (Worthy News Investigation)
Hungary’s Prime Minister Péter Magyar accused former Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó on Wednesday of serving foreign interests, including those of communist-run China, after the longtime diplomat resigned from parliament to join Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD.
Indonesia Wedding Crash Kills 13, Renews Road Safety Concerns
A crash that killed more than a dozen wedding guests on Indonesia’s main island of Java has renewed concerns about road safety in the world’s fourth-most populous nation, where fatal traffic accidents claim thousands of lives each year.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Lebanon Report Progress in Rome Talks on Hezbollah-Free Pilot Zones
Israel and Lebanon concluded two days of U.S.-brokered negotiations in Rome on Wednesday, reporting progress toward establishing two pilot security zones in southern Lebanon as part of a broader ceasefire framework requiring the disarmament of Hezbollah.
IDF Destroys Hamas Weapons Depots, Eliminates Sniper Commander in Central Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) destroyed four Hamas weapons storage facilities in central Gaza overnight and eliminated a senior terrorist commander accused of directing attacks against Israeli troops, the Israeli military announced Thursday.
Germany’s Upper House Backs Bill Criminalizing Denial Of Israel’s Right To Exist
Germany’s Bundesrat, the upper house of parliament, has approved legislation that would criminalize the public denial of Israel’s right to exist, amid a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents since the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack on Israel.
Inside the United States
Trump Warns of ‘Shocking’ Election Vulnerabilities, Says China Obtained Data on 220 Million U.S. Voters
President Donald Trump warned Thursday night that America’s election infrastructure remains dangerously exposed to foreign interference, announcing the release of declassified documents that he said reveal China acquired voter-registration data belonging to approximately 220 million Americans.
Democrats Shift Away From Israel as Majority Back Aid Cut
A majority of House Democrats casting a yes-or-no vote Wednesday supported cutting off funds designated for Israel, marking one of the clearest signs yet that the Democratic Party is shifting away from its longstanding support for the Jewish state.
Bipartisan House Bill Seeks Permanent Dismantling of UNRWA
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced legislation requiring the Trump administration to develop and implement a plan to dismantle the United Nations agency responsible for Palestinian refugees while transferring its humanitarian responsibilities to more accountable organizations.
Christian News
EU Parliament Condemns Persecution Of Christians In Pakistan, Nigeria, Sudan
Pakistani Christian advocacy leaders have praised the European Union’s legislature for condemning the persecution of Christians and other violations of freedom of religion or belief in Pakistan and several other countries.
Trump Administration Designates Juárez Cartel, Los Viagras as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
The Trump administration has formally designated the Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as foreign terrorist organizations, expanding the federal government’s effort to dismantle criminal networks accused of flooding American communities with illegal drugs and terrorizing populations on both sides of the southern border.
US Approves Nearly $2 Billion Arms Sale to Saudi Arabia as Middle East War Escalates
The United States has approved a proposed $1.96 billion weapons sale to Saudi Arabia as fighting intensifies across the Middle East and the kingdom faces renewed missile threats from Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement.
Syria Seizes Advanced Missiles and Drones Bound for Hezbollah
Syrian security forces have intercepted a large shipment of advanced weapons near the Iraqi border that authorities said was intended for the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon.
Ukraine Cabinet Shakeup Sparks Rare Wartime Protests
Ukraine faced mounting political turmoil Thursday after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, triggering rare wartime protests as Russian forces intensified attacks across the country.
Deadly Fire Kills Children At Algerian Welfare Home Amid Heatwave
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expressed sorrow Thursday after a fire swept through a state-run child welfare home in the eastern suburbs of the capital, Algiers, killing at least 11 people and injuring 19 others.
U.S. Strikes Iran for Fifth Straight Day as Tehran Attacks American Bases Across Gulf
The United States carried out two waves of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, marking the fifth consecutive day of American attacks on military assets belonging to the Islamic regime as the battle for control of the Strait of Hormuz widened across the Middle East.
NATO Leaders Leave Turkey Summit With Loaded Diplomatic Dilemma
NATO leaders received more than they bargained for during last week’s summit of their military alliance in Turkey, leaving with an unusual diplomatic gift: a personalized Turkish-made revolver complete with live ammunition, courtesy of host President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
French Legislators Approve Assisted Dying Bill Despite Church Opposition (Worthy News In-Depth)
French legislators have approved a controversial assisted dying bill, despite strong opposition from churches and sections of the medical profession, who warn the law could fundamentally alter the country’s approach to caring for the elderly and the seriously ill.
Europe Records More Than 10,000 Excess Deaths During Record Heatwave
More than 10,000 people died above expected levels across Europe during the record-breaking late-June heatwave, according to official mortality monitoring data.
Former Hungarian Foreign Minister Joins China’s BYD, Sparking Conflict-Of-Interest Debate (Worthy News Investigation)
Hungary’s Prime Minister Péter Magyar accused former Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó on Wednesday of serving foreign interests, including those of communist-run China, after the longtime diplomat resigned from parliament to join Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD.
Indonesia Wedding Crash Kills 13, Renews Road Safety Concerns
A crash that killed more than a dozen wedding guests on Indonesia’s main island of Java has renewed concerns about road safety in the world’s fourth-most populous nation, where fatal traffic accidents claim thousands of lives each year.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel, Lebanon Report Progress in Rome Talks on Hezbollah-Free Pilot Zones
Israel and Lebanon concluded two days of U.S.-brokered negotiations in Rome on Wednesday, reporting progress toward establishing two pilot security zones in southern Lebanon as part of a broader ceasefire framework requiring the disarmament of Hezbollah.
IDF Destroys Hamas Weapons Depots, Eliminates Sniper Commander in Central Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) destroyed four Hamas weapons storage facilities in central Gaza overnight and eliminated a senior terrorist commander accused of directing attacks against Israeli troops, the Israeli military announced Thursday.
Germany’s Upper House Backs Bill Criminalizing Denial Of Israel’s Right To Exist
Germany’s Bundesrat, the upper house of parliament, has approved legislation that would criminalize the public denial of Israel’s right to exist, amid a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents since the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack on Israel.
Inside the United States
Trump Warns of ‘Shocking’ Election Vulnerabilities, Says China Obtained Data on 220 Million U.S. Voters
President Donald Trump warned Thursday night that America’s election infrastructure remains dangerously exposed to foreign interference, announcing the release of declassified documents that he said reveal China acquired voter-registration data belonging to approximately 220 million Americans.
Democrats Shift Away From Israel as Majority Back Aid Cut
A majority of House Democrats casting a yes-or-no vote Wednesday supported cutting off funds designated for Israel, marking one of the clearest signs yet that the Democratic Party is shifting away from its longstanding support for the Jewish state.
Bipartisan House Bill Seeks Permanent Dismantling of UNRWA
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced legislation requiring the Trump administration to develop and implement a plan to dismantle the United Nations agency responsible for Palestinian refugees while transferring its humanitarian responsibilities to more accountable organizations.
Christian News
EU Parliament Condemns Persecution Of Christians In Pakistan, Nigeria, Sudan
Pakistani Christian advocacy leaders have praised the European Union’s legislature for condemning the persecution of Christians and other violations of freedom of religion or belief in Pakistan and several other countries.