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Around the World
U.S. Seizes Second Oil Tanker Near Venezuela as Trump Escalates Pressure Campaign
The United States has seized another crude oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, marking the second such operation in less than two weeks as President Donald Trump intensifies pressure on Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his government.
Ukraine Battles Russian Incursion in Sumy amid Uncertainty Over Peace Talks (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine’s military says it is attempting to halt a Russian incursion into a border village in the northeastern Sumy region, even as diplomatic efforts continue to seek an end to the nearly four-year war.
Germany Marks First Anniversary Of Deadly Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called for “peaceful coexistence” as his nation marked the first anniversary of a deadly car-ramming attack at a Christmas market in eastern Germany that revived a debate about the influx of migrants from mainly Muslim countries.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel to Press Trump on Renewed Iran Strike Options as Gaza, and Regional Security Dominate Agenda
Israeli officials are preparing to brief President Donald Trump on new military options against Iran when he meets later this month with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, amid growing concern that Tehran is rapidly rebuilding its ballistic missile program and restoring damaged air defenses, according to an NBC News exclusive citing a person with direct knowledge of the plans and multiple former U.S. officials.
Israel, Greece, and Cyprus Forge New Energy and Security Alliance as Netanyahu Warns Regional Rivals
Israel, Greece, and Cyprus have agreed to accelerate a long-discussed regional energy and security partnership, pledging deeper cooperation amid rising instability in the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.
Inside the United States
Trump Announces ‘Golden Fleet’ Navy Battleships
President Donald Trump on Monday announced the United States would be building two new battleships to be part of the Navy's "Golden Fleet."
Islamic Group Sues Desantis For Declaring It A Terrorist Organization
A pro-Palestinian Islamic group has filed a federal lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, asking a judge to block his executive order designating the group as terrorists.
Christian News
Christian Family Flees Brick Kiln Slavery in Pakistan as Fears Grow for Abducted Girlss
With Christmas approaching, a Christian worker and his family have fled a brick kiln in Pakistan where they were effectively held in modern-day slavery by their Muslim employer, amid continuing concerns over the safety of Christian girls in the mainly Islamic nation, investigators told Worthy News.
U.S. Seizes Second Oil Tanker Near Venezuela as Trump Escalates Pressure Campaign
The United States has seized another crude oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, marking the second such operation in less than two weeks as President Donald Trump intensifies pressure on Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his government.
Ukraine Battles Russian Incursion in Sumy amid Uncertainty Over Peace Talks (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine’s military says it is attempting to halt a Russian incursion into a border village in the northeastern Sumy region, even as diplomatic efforts continue to seek an end to the nearly four-year war.
Germany Marks First Anniversary Of Deadly Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called for “peaceful coexistence” as his nation marked the first anniversary of a deadly car-ramming attack at a Christmas market in eastern Germany that revived a debate about the influx of migrants from mainly Muslim countries.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel to Press Trump on Renewed Iran Strike Options as Gaza, and Regional Security Dominate Agenda
Israeli officials are preparing to brief President Donald Trump on new military options against Iran when he meets later this month with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, amid growing concern that Tehran is rapidly rebuilding its ballistic missile program and restoring damaged air defenses, according to an NBC News exclusive citing a person with direct knowledge of the plans and multiple former U.S. officials.
Israel, Greece, and Cyprus Forge New Energy and Security Alliance as Netanyahu Warns Regional Rivals
Israel, Greece, and Cyprus have agreed to accelerate a long-discussed regional energy and security partnership, pledging deeper cooperation amid rising instability in the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.
Inside the United States
Trump Announces ‘Golden Fleet’ Navy Battleships
President Donald Trump on Monday announced the United States would be building two new battleships to be part of the Navy's "Golden Fleet."
Islamic Group Sues Desantis For Declaring It A Terrorist Organization
A pro-Palestinian Islamic group has filed a federal lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, asking a judge to block his executive order designating the group as terrorists.
Christian News
Christian Family Flees Brick Kiln Slavery in Pakistan as Fears Grow for Abducted Girlss
With Christmas approaching, a Christian worker and his family have fled a brick kiln in Pakistan where they were effectively held in modern-day slavery by their Muslim employer, amid continuing concerns over the safety of Christian girls in the mainly Islamic nation, investigators told Worthy News.
>Around the World
US Strikes Over 70 Islamic State Targets in Syria After December 13 Attack
The U.S. military carried out massive air and drone strikes against more than 70 Islamic State (ISIS) targets across central and eastern Syria, U.S. officials said, following a deadly December 13 attack on American personnel.
President Ukraine Skeptical Over Trilateral Peace Talks As Deadly Clashes Continue (Worthy News Radio)
The president of war-torn Ukraine says the United States has proposed a format for peace talks that would place Ukraine and Russia at the same table — but he doubts such a meeting would bring real progress.
EU Agrees 90 Billion Euro Loan For Ukraine Despite Divisions Over Frozen Russian (Worthy News Radio
After hours of tense negotiations, European Union leaders agreed to provide Ukraine with a 90 billion euro loan (about $100 billion) to meet the wartorn nation's urgent financial needs. However, they failed to reach a consensus on whether the loan should be secured using Russia’s frozen assets held in Europe.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Jerusalem Summit Signals New Eastern Mediterranean Security Axis Amid Rising Tensions With Turkey
Jerusalem will host a high-level trilateral summit on Monday as Israel, Greece, and Cyprus move to deepen security, energy, and strategic cooperation amid growing concern over Turkey’s expanding military posture in the eastern Mediterranean.
Israel Politician Urges Jews Not To Surrender To Hatred After Massacre (VIDEO)
In an emotionally charged appeal, Israel’s opposition leader Yair Lapid urged Jews worldwide not to surrender to hatred after at least 15 people were killed and dozens injured in what officials and Jewish leaders described as one of the deadliest antisemitic attacks against Jews abroad in years.
Inside the United States
Watchdog Warns Of National Debt Interest Payments Hitting $1 Trillion
Budget watchdogs are sounding the alarm as the U.S. hit an unfortunate fiscal milestone in fiscal year 2025: government spending on debt interest payments alone topped $1 trillion this year.
‘Long Overdue’: Praise For HHS’ Action To Bar Taxpayer-funded Sex-change Procedures
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ action to bar “sex-rejecting” transgender procedures for minors has met with approval from groups that aim to protect children from harmful ideology, with some calling the move “long overdue,” stating that taxpayers should not be forced to pay for procedures that lack proven benefits.
US Strikes Over 70 Islamic State Targets in Syria After December 13 Attack
The U.S. military carried out massive air and drone strikes against more than 70 Islamic State (ISIS) targets across central and eastern Syria, U.S. officials said, following a deadly December 13 attack on American personnel.
President Ukraine Skeptical Over Trilateral Peace Talks As Deadly Clashes Continue (Worthy News Radio)
The president of war-torn Ukraine says the United States has proposed a format for peace talks that would place Ukraine and Russia at the same table — but he doubts such a meeting would bring real progress.
EU Agrees 90 Billion Euro Loan For Ukraine Despite Divisions Over Frozen Russian (Worthy News Radio
After hours of tense negotiations, European Union leaders agreed to provide Ukraine with a 90 billion euro loan (about $100 billion) to meet the wartorn nation's urgent financial needs. However, they failed to reach a consensus on whether the loan should be secured using Russia’s frozen assets held in Europe.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Jerusalem Summit Signals New Eastern Mediterranean Security Axis Amid Rising Tensions With Turkey
Jerusalem will host a high-level trilateral summit on Monday as Israel, Greece, and Cyprus move to deepen security, energy, and strategic cooperation amid growing concern over Turkey’s expanding military posture in the eastern Mediterranean.
Israel Politician Urges Jews Not To Surrender To Hatred After Massacre (VIDEO)
In an emotionally charged appeal, Israel’s opposition leader Yair Lapid urged Jews worldwide not to surrender to hatred after at least 15 people were killed and dozens injured in what officials and Jewish leaders described as one of the deadliest antisemitic attacks against Jews abroad in years.
Inside the United States
Watchdog Warns Of National Debt Interest Payments Hitting $1 Trillion
Budget watchdogs are sounding the alarm as the U.S. hit an unfortunate fiscal milestone in fiscal year 2025: government spending on debt interest payments alone topped $1 trillion this year.
‘Long Overdue’: Praise For HHS’ Action To Bar Taxpayer-funded Sex-change Procedures
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ action to bar “sex-rejecting” transgender procedures for minors has met with approval from groups that aim to protect children from harmful ideology, with some calling the move “long overdue,” stating that taxpayers should not be forced to pay for procedures that lack proven benefits.
Around the World
U.S. Greenlights $11.1 Billion Taiwan Arms Deal as China Warns of Escalation
The United States has approved $11.1 billion in new arms-sales packages for Taiwan, signaling continued security support for the island even as President Donald Trump’s administration emphasizes trade and economic engagement with China, The Wall Street Journal reported.
Trump Tells Venezuela They Are ‘Completely Surrounded’; Issues Warning To Maduro
A day before President Donald Trump is set to address the nation, he releases an ominous social media post warning Venezuela, saying the country is “completely surrounded.”
Trump Admin Again Claims Mexico Will Comply With Water Treaty
The Trump administration is again saying Mexico will comply with a water treaty after claiming it would earlier this year and seven months later it still hadn’t.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Pro-Israel Rally in Amsterdam Draws 2,000, Speakers Warn of Rising Antisemitism
Several people were detained for trying to interrupt a pro-Israel demonstration at Dam Square in Amsterdam attended by around 2,000 people, police and organizers said.
Inside the United States
Hegseth Vows to Restore Faith to U.S. Military Chaplain Corps, Rejecting ‘Therapist Culture’
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced plans Tuesday to overhaul the U.S. military’s Chaplain Corps, arguing the institution has drifted from its original mission and lost the “faith and virtue” that defined it when it was established under George Washington more than 250 years ago.
House Passes Bill Criminalizing Gender Transition Procedures for Minors
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation late Wednesday night that would criminalize gender transition treatments for minors, marking a significant victory for conservatives who argue the federal government must step in to protect children from irreversible medical procedures.
U.S. House Passes GOP Health Care Bill, Sends To Senate
The U.S. House passed the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act in a party line, 216-211, vote Wednesday, sending the bill to its likely demise in the Senate.
Inflation Cools More Than Expected, Offering Encouraging Economic Signs
U.S. inflation cooled more than expected in November, delivering encouraging news for American consumers and reinforcing confidence in financial markets. A delayed Labor Department report showed the Consumer Price Index rose 2.7% from a year earlier—down from 3% in September and below economists’ 3.1% forecast—while core inflation, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, also came in lower than anticipated at 2.6%, signaling continued progress in easing price pressures.
Christian News
Iran: Five Christians Receive Lengthy Prison Sentences
Five Iranian Christians have been sentenced to a combined 55 years in prison amid a broader crackdown on devout Christian believers in Iran, a strict Islamic nation, sources told Worthy News Thursday.
Egyptian Christians Seek Refuge as Attacks, Discrimination Persist
Egyptian Christians facing religious-based violence and discrimination are increasingly relying on underground safe houses as authorities continue to fall short on protecting minority rights, Christian advocates say.
U.S. Greenlights $11.1 Billion Taiwan Arms Deal as China Warns of Escalation
The United States has approved $11.1 billion in new arms-sales packages for Taiwan, signaling continued security support for the island even as President Donald Trump’s administration emphasizes trade and economic engagement with China, The Wall Street Journal reported.
Trump Tells Venezuela They Are ‘Completely Surrounded’; Issues Warning To Maduro
A day before President Donald Trump is set to address the nation, he releases an ominous social media post warning Venezuela, saying the country is “completely surrounded.”
Trump Admin Again Claims Mexico Will Comply With Water Treaty
The Trump administration is again saying Mexico will comply with a water treaty after claiming it would earlier this year and seven months later it still hadn’t.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Pro-Israel Rally in Amsterdam Draws 2,000, Speakers Warn of Rising Antisemitism
Several people were detained for trying to interrupt a pro-Israel demonstration at Dam Square in Amsterdam attended by around 2,000 people, police and organizers said.
Inside the United States
Hegseth Vows to Restore Faith to U.S. Military Chaplain Corps, Rejecting ‘Therapist Culture’
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced plans Tuesday to overhaul the U.S. military’s Chaplain Corps, arguing the institution has drifted from its original mission and lost the “faith and virtue” that defined it when it was established under George Washington more than 250 years ago.
House Passes Bill Criminalizing Gender Transition Procedures for Minors
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation late Wednesday night that would criminalize gender transition treatments for minors, marking a significant victory for conservatives who argue the federal government must step in to protect children from irreversible medical procedures.
U.S. House Passes GOP Health Care Bill, Sends To Senate
The U.S. House passed the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act in a party line, 216-211, vote Wednesday, sending the bill to its likely demise in the Senate.
Inflation Cools More Than Expected, Offering Encouraging Economic Signs
U.S. inflation cooled more than expected in November, delivering encouraging news for American consumers and reinforcing confidence in financial markets. A delayed Labor Department report showed the Consumer Price Index rose 2.7% from a year earlier—down from 3% in September and below economists’ 3.1% forecast—while core inflation, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, also came in lower than anticipated at 2.6%, signaling continued progress in easing price pressures.
Christian News
Iran: Five Christians Receive Lengthy Prison Sentences
Five Iranian Christians have been sentenced to a combined 55 years in prison amid a broader crackdown on devout Christian believers in Iran, a strict Islamic nation, sources told Worthy News Thursday.
Egyptian Christians Seek Refuge as Attacks, Discrimination Persist
Egyptian Christians facing religious-based violence and discrimination are increasingly relying on underground safe houses as authorities continue to fall short on protecting minority rights, Christian advocates say.