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Around the World
Russia Says Trump-Putin Peace Momentum ‘Exhausted’ as Europe Blamed for Derailing Ukraine Talks
A senior Russian diplomat said Wednesday that the momentum toward a Ukraine peace agreement—sparked after President Vladimir Putin’s August summit with U.S. President Donald Trump in Anchorage, Alaska—has “largely been exhausted,” blaming European allies of Kyiv for obstructing diplomatic progress.
Macron to Appoint New Prime Minister, Avoids Snap Elections Amid Political Turmoil
French President Emmanuel Macron is preparing to appoint a new prime minister within the next 48 hours, aiming to stabilize France's embattled government and avert the potential political chaos that could arise from upcoming parliamentary elections.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Announces Israel-Hamas Peace Deal; Hostages to Be Released Within 72 Hours
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Wednesday night that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace plan, signaling the possible end of the two-year-long war in Gaza that began after Hamas' October 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel.
Inside the United States
Federal Deficit Reaches $1.8 Trillion as U.S. Interest Payments Top $1 Trillion for First Time
The U.S. federal government ended fiscal year 2025 with a $1.8 trillion budget deficit, according to estimates released Wednesday by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO)--a figure only marginally smaller than last year's record shortfall, even as tariff revenue surged under President Donald Trump's trade policies.
CBP Data Shows Lowest Level Of Illegal Southwest Border Crossers Since 1970
Illegal border crossings at the southwest border reached their lowest level in September since 1970, according to new preliminary U.S. Customs and Border Protection data reported by the Department of Homeland Security.
Trump Administration To Designate Antifa A Foreign Terror Organization
During a round table discussion with independent journalists at the White House on Wednesday afternoon, President Donald Trump said his administration would designate Antifa a foreign terror organization.
No Progress On Government Shutdown, Jeopardizing Military Paychecks
Democratic U.S. Senators voted against opening the federal government for a sixth time Wednesday afternoon, dimming hopes that Congress will reach a funding deal in time for thousands of federal workers to receive their next paychecks.
FBI’s “Arctic Frost” Scrutiny of Trump, GOP Widens With Newly Declassified Records
Newly declassified records are intensifying scrutiny of the FBI's "Arctic Frost" probe, with documents indicating the bureau obtained toll records from eight Republican senators and one GOP House member during its January 6 inquiry, and that senior FBI official Timothy Thibault helped draft the opening language for what evolved into Special Counsel Jack Smith's elector case against Donald Trump, according to disclosures highlighted by Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa).
Christian News
Thousands of UK Churches Face Closure Amid Financial and Demographic Pressures
Thousands of churches across the United Kingdom may close within the next five years as financial hardship, maintenance costs, and declining attendance continue to erode the viability of many congregations, according to a new nationwide survey.
Disabled Christian Killed In Pakistan
The “brutal killing of Shamron Masih,” a mentally disabled Christian man in the Motra area of Pakistan’s Sialkot district, has sparked “widespread outrage across Pakistan’s Christian community,” Christian human rights investigators said Wednesday.
Russia Says Trump-Putin Peace Momentum ‘Exhausted’ as Europe Blamed for Derailing Ukraine Talks
A senior Russian diplomat said Wednesday that the momentum toward a Ukraine peace agreement—sparked after President Vladimir Putin’s August summit with U.S. President Donald Trump in Anchorage, Alaska—has “largely been exhausted,” blaming European allies of Kyiv for obstructing diplomatic progress.
Macron to Appoint New Prime Minister, Avoids Snap Elections Amid Political Turmoil
French President Emmanuel Macron is preparing to appoint a new prime minister within the next 48 hours, aiming to stabilize France's embattled government and avert the potential political chaos that could arise from upcoming parliamentary elections.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Announces Israel-Hamas Peace Deal; Hostages to Be Released Within 72 Hours
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Wednesday night that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace plan, signaling the possible end of the two-year-long war in Gaza that began after Hamas' October 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel.
Inside the United States
Federal Deficit Reaches $1.8 Trillion as U.S. Interest Payments Top $1 Trillion for First Time
The U.S. federal government ended fiscal year 2025 with a $1.8 trillion budget deficit, according to estimates released Wednesday by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO)--a figure only marginally smaller than last year's record shortfall, even as tariff revenue surged under President Donald Trump's trade policies.
CBP Data Shows Lowest Level Of Illegal Southwest Border Crossers Since 1970
Illegal border crossings at the southwest border reached their lowest level in September since 1970, according to new preliminary U.S. Customs and Border Protection data reported by the Department of Homeland Security.
Trump Administration To Designate Antifa A Foreign Terror Organization
During a round table discussion with independent journalists at the White House on Wednesday afternoon, President Donald Trump said his administration would designate Antifa a foreign terror organization.
No Progress On Government Shutdown, Jeopardizing Military Paychecks
Democratic U.S. Senators voted against opening the federal government for a sixth time Wednesday afternoon, dimming hopes that Congress will reach a funding deal in time for thousands of federal workers to receive their next paychecks.
FBI’s “Arctic Frost” Scrutiny of Trump, GOP Widens With Newly Declassified Records
Newly declassified records are intensifying scrutiny of the FBI's "Arctic Frost" probe, with documents indicating the bureau obtained toll records from eight Republican senators and one GOP House member during its January 6 inquiry, and that senior FBI official Timothy Thibault helped draft the opening language for what evolved into Special Counsel Jack Smith's elector case against Donald Trump, according to disclosures highlighted by Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa).
Christian News
Thousands of UK Churches Face Closure Amid Financial and Demographic Pressures
Thousands of churches across the United Kingdom may close within the next five years as financial hardship, maintenance costs, and declining attendance continue to erode the viability of many congregations, according to a new nationwide survey.
Disabled Christian Killed In Pakistan
The “brutal killing of Shamron Masih,” a mentally disabled Christian man in the Motra area of Pakistan’s Sialkot district, has sparked “widespread outrage across Pakistan’s Christian community,” Christian human rights investigators said Wednesday.
Around the World
Trump, Carney Meet at White House Amid Tariff Tensions and Uncertain Future for U.S.-Canada Trade
President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met Tuesday at the White House for the second time since Carney's election, as both leaders sought to navigate deepening trade tensions and a wave of tariffs that have strained one of the world's closest alliances.
Gold Hits Record $4,000 as Investors Flee to Safe Havens Amid U.S. Economic Uncertainty
Gold surged to an unprecedented $4,000 a troy ounce on Tuesday, marking a milestone that underscores growing investor unease about the U.S. economy and the global financial order.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israelis Marking 2nd Anniversary of October 7 Massacre Amid Rocket Fire
Rocket sirens sounded in southern Israel on Tuesday after fire from Gaza as Israelis began to mark the second anniversary of the October 7, 2023, attack in which Hamas killed about 1,200 people and took 251 hostages.
1,500-Year-Old Synagogue Unearthed in Golan Heights Reveals Ancient Jewish Presence
Israeli archaeologists have uncovered the remains of a 1,500-year-old synagogue in the Yehudiya Nature Reserve, providing new evidence of Jewish continuity in the Golan region during the Roman and Byzantine periods, the Israel Nature and Parks Authority and the University of Haifa announced Sunday.
Netanyahu Warns Iran Developing Missiles Capable of Reaching U.S. Cities, Says Gaza War Nearing Its End
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Monday that Iran is advancing intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of striking major U.S. cities, saying the Islamic Republic could soon “put New York City, Boston, Washington, or Miami under their atomic guns.”
Inside the United States
FBI ‘Summer Heat’ Arrests Include ‘Most Wanted’ Fugitives, Gang Members
During a three-month “Summer Heat,” operation, FBI and law enforcement partners made 8,629 arrests as part of a national initiative targeting violent crime.
Senate Republicans Confirm 107 Trump Nominees Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown
Despite the ongoing federal government shutdown, Senate Republicans on Tuesday confirmed 107 of President Donald Trump's nominees in a 51-47 party-line vote, effectively ending what GOP leaders called a "Democrat confirmation blockade."
Muslims Who Vandalized Texas Church Claimed First Amendment Right, Jury Disagreed
Three Muslims who vandalized a church in Euless, Texas, argue doing so was their First Amendment right.
Christian News
Over 30 Christians Beheaded as Islamic State-Linked Terrorists Intensify Attacks in Northern Mozambique
More than 30 Christians have been brutally executed in northern Mozambique in a wave of attacks carried out by Islamic State-affiliated militants targeting Christian villages, churches, and homes, according to local reports and monitoring groups.
Pastor Killed After Ransom Paid in Nigeria’s Kwara State
Armed assailants in north-central Nigeria killed a local pastor after abducting him and collecting ransom payments from his rural community, highlighting a growing wave of kidnappings terrorizing Kwara State.
Prison Fellowship International and Bible League to Distribute 620,000 Bibles to Prisoners Worldwide
Prison Fellowship International (PFI) and Bible League International (BLI) have announced a new five-year agreement to distribute 620,000 Bibles to prisoners in 20 countries, building on a long-standing partnership dedicated to transforming lives through God's Word.
Worthy Insights
250 US Lawmakers Visit Israel in New Campaign to Combat Declining American Support
As the war between Israel and Hamas hits the two-year mark, Israeli leaders have quietly launched a more peaceful offensive on the public relations front.
Report: Leaked documents reveal fighter jet deal between Russia and Iran
Documents leaked last Friday allegedly reveal a massive deal for advanced fighter jets between Russia and Iran, with the sale of 48 Sukhoi-35 aircraft to Tehran at its core. The planned sale of the aircraft has been known for some time, though various and often conflicting reports about the delivery schedule have surfaced periodically. As of now, the jets have not yet been delivered.
White House leaves door open to recognizing Palestinian statehood
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt suggested that President Donald Trump may symbolically recognize a sovereign Palestinian state, depending on the results of peace talks between Israel, Hamas, and third-party nations.
Emails: Biden Demanded CIA Coverup of Embarrassing Ukraine Intelligence
At the specific request of then-Vice President Joe Biden, the CIA buried an embarrassing intelligence report detailing the poor view the Ukrainian government took of his diplomatic efforts and the business dealings of his own family in that country.
Trump, Carney Meet at White House Amid Tariff Tensions and Uncertain Future for U.S.-Canada Trade
President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met Tuesday at the White House for the second time since Carney's election, as both leaders sought to navigate deepening trade tensions and a wave of tariffs that have strained one of the world's closest alliances.
Gold Hits Record $4,000 as Investors Flee to Safe Havens Amid U.S. Economic Uncertainty
Gold surged to an unprecedented $4,000 a troy ounce on Tuesday, marking a milestone that underscores growing investor unease about the U.S. economy and the global financial order.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israelis Marking 2nd Anniversary of October 7 Massacre Amid Rocket Fire
Rocket sirens sounded in southern Israel on Tuesday after fire from Gaza as Israelis began to mark the second anniversary of the October 7, 2023, attack in which Hamas killed about 1,200 people and took 251 hostages.
1,500-Year-Old Synagogue Unearthed in Golan Heights Reveals Ancient Jewish Presence
Israeli archaeologists have uncovered the remains of a 1,500-year-old synagogue in the Yehudiya Nature Reserve, providing new evidence of Jewish continuity in the Golan region during the Roman and Byzantine periods, the Israel Nature and Parks Authority and the University of Haifa announced Sunday.
Netanyahu Warns Iran Developing Missiles Capable of Reaching U.S. Cities, Says Gaza War Nearing Its End
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Monday that Iran is advancing intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of striking major U.S. cities, saying the Islamic Republic could soon “put New York City, Boston, Washington, or Miami under their atomic guns.”
Inside the United States
FBI ‘Summer Heat’ Arrests Include ‘Most Wanted’ Fugitives, Gang Members
During a three-month “Summer Heat,” operation, FBI and law enforcement partners made 8,629 arrests as part of a national initiative targeting violent crime.
Senate Republicans Confirm 107 Trump Nominees Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown
Despite the ongoing federal government shutdown, Senate Republicans on Tuesday confirmed 107 of President Donald Trump's nominees in a 51-47 party-line vote, effectively ending what GOP leaders called a "Democrat confirmation blockade."
Muslims Who Vandalized Texas Church Claimed First Amendment Right, Jury Disagreed
Three Muslims who vandalized a church in Euless, Texas, argue doing so was their First Amendment right.
Christian News
Over 30 Christians Beheaded as Islamic State-Linked Terrorists Intensify Attacks in Northern Mozambique
More than 30 Christians have been brutally executed in northern Mozambique in a wave of attacks carried out by Islamic State-affiliated militants targeting Christian villages, churches, and homes, according to local reports and monitoring groups.
Pastor Killed After Ransom Paid in Nigeria’s Kwara State
Armed assailants in north-central Nigeria killed a local pastor after abducting him and collecting ransom payments from his rural community, highlighting a growing wave of kidnappings terrorizing Kwara State.
Prison Fellowship International and Bible League to Distribute 620,000 Bibles to Prisoners Worldwide
Prison Fellowship International (PFI) and Bible League International (BLI) have announced a new five-year agreement to distribute 620,000 Bibles to prisoners in 20 countries, building on a long-standing partnership dedicated to transforming lives through God's Word.
Worthy Insights
250 US Lawmakers Visit Israel in New Campaign to Combat Declining American Support
As the war between Israel and Hamas hits the two-year mark, Israeli leaders have quietly launched a more peaceful offensive on the public relations front.
Report: Leaked documents reveal fighter jet deal between Russia and Iran
Documents leaked last Friday allegedly reveal a massive deal for advanced fighter jets between Russia and Iran, with the sale of 48 Sukhoi-35 aircraft to Tehran at its core. The planned sale of the aircraft has been known for some time, though various and often conflicting reports about the delivery schedule have surfaced periodically. As of now, the jets have not yet been delivered.
White House leaves door open to recognizing Palestinian statehood
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt suggested that President Donald Trump may symbolically recognize a sovereign Palestinian state, depending on the results of peace talks between Israel, Hamas, and third-party nations.
Emails: Biden Demanded CIA Coverup of Embarrassing Ukraine Intelligence
At the specific request of then-Vice President Joe Biden, the CIA buried an embarrassing intelligence report detailing the poor view the Ukrainian government took of his diplomatic efforts and the business dealings of his own family in that country.
Around the World
Trump Warns Iran Against Renewing Nuclear Program, Says U.S. ‘Will Take Care of It’ If Necessary
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday warned Iran that any attempt to revive its nuclear weapons program would be met with swift military action, signaling that Washington is prepared to strike again if Tehran resumes enrichment activity.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu Resigns After Just 27 Days, Deepening Political Crisis
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned Monday after just 27 days in office, marking the shortest premiership in France since the founding of the Fifth Republic in 1958. His departure has thrown President Emmanuel Macron's already fragile government into deeper turmoil amid widening divisions in parliament.
Arrests In Georgia Amid Crackdown On Dissent (Worthy News Radio)
Tensions remained high in Tbilisi on Monday after Georgia’s Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze pledged to crack down on dissent following the attempted storming of the presidential palace in a protest sparked by his ruling party's claimed victory in disputed local elections. Numerous people remained detained, and scores were recovering from injuries following the unrest.
Hundreds Of Thousands Protest In Europe Against Israel’s Gaza War As Anniversary Looms
At least hundreds of thousands of people marched through European cities Sunday in anti-Israel protests ahead of the second anniversary of the worst massacre against Jews since the Holocaust, but some rallies expressed support for the Jewish nation.
Aftershocks Rattle Philippines As Christians Rush Aid To Quake Survivors (Video)
Aftershocks continued to shake parts of the central Philippines Sunday following last week’s massive earthquake, as Christian aid workers struggled to reach survivors amid growing humanitarian needs.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Calls October 7 Massacre a “Glorious Day” as Global Jewish Communities Mark Second Anniversary
As Jewish communities around the world solemnly marked the second anniversary of the October 7, 2023, massacre, Hamas released a new propaganda video celebrating the attack as a "glorious day of crossing."
Putin, Netanyahu Discuss Gaza Plan, Regional Stability in Rare Phone Call
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a rare phone conversation Monday focusing on regional stability, the Gaza peace proposal backed by Washington, and ongoing Middle East tensions, according to official statements from both sides.
Inside the United States
Trump Weighs Invoking Insurrection Act Amid Portland ICE Protests
President Donald Trump said Monday he is considering invoking the Insurrection Act to send federal troops into Portland, Oregon, amid escalating protests over Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city.
Shutdown Blame Game Intensifies as Johnson and Schumer Trade Barbs Over Health Care and Funding Stalemate
On the sixth day of the government shutdown, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) accused Senate Democratic Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.) of prolonging the funding impasse to appease his party's far-left base, as both chambers failed again Monday to pass competing bills to reopen the government.
Supreme Court Opens New Term With Major Cases on Executive Power, Elections, Speech, Guns, and Faith
The U.S. Supreme Court opened its 2025-2026 term Monday with one of its most consequential dockets in years -- a lineup that will test the limits of presidential power, reshape key civil rights laws, and weigh fundamental questions about faith, speech, guns, and life itself.
Illinois Announces Lawsuit Against Trump Admin For Use Of Guard
The state of Illinois is seeking a temporary restraining order against the Trump administration for plans to deploy the Illinois and Texas National Guard to the Chicago area.
Christian News
Christian Dies In Pakistan Days After Acquittal In Blasphemy Case
A Christian man who was released last week after 13 years in a Pakistani prison on false charges of blasphemy against Islam has died, his supporters told Worthy News Monday.
Worthy Insights
Leaked document reveal plan for Tony Blair to manage Gaza
A recently leaked, 21-page document reveals a detailed plan to establish an international transitional authority for managing the Gaza Strip after the war, led by former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Trump Warns Iran Against Renewing Nuclear Program, Says U.S. ‘Will Take Care of It’ If Necessary
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday warned Iran that any attempt to revive its nuclear weapons program would be met with swift military action, signaling that Washington is prepared to strike again if Tehran resumes enrichment activity.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu Resigns After Just 27 Days, Deepening Political Crisis
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned Monday after just 27 days in office, marking the shortest premiership in France since the founding of the Fifth Republic in 1958. His departure has thrown President Emmanuel Macron's already fragile government into deeper turmoil amid widening divisions in parliament.
Arrests In Georgia Amid Crackdown On Dissent (Worthy News Radio)
Tensions remained high in Tbilisi on Monday after Georgia’s Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze pledged to crack down on dissent following the attempted storming of the presidential palace in a protest sparked by his ruling party's claimed victory in disputed local elections. Numerous people remained detained, and scores were recovering from injuries following the unrest.
Hundreds Of Thousands Protest In Europe Against Israel’s Gaza War As Anniversary Looms
At least hundreds of thousands of people marched through European cities Sunday in anti-Israel protests ahead of the second anniversary of the worst massacre against Jews since the Holocaust, but some rallies expressed support for the Jewish nation.
Aftershocks Rattle Philippines As Christians Rush Aid To Quake Survivors (Video)
Aftershocks continued to shake parts of the central Philippines Sunday following last week’s massive earthquake, as Christian aid workers struggled to reach survivors amid growing humanitarian needs.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas Calls October 7 Massacre a “Glorious Day” as Global Jewish Communities Mark Second Anniversary
As Jewish communities around the world solemnly marked the second anniversary of the October 7, 2023, massacre, Hamas released a new propaganda video celebrating the attack as a "glorious day of crossing."
Putin, Netanyahu Discuss Gaza Plan, Regional Stability in Rare Phone Call
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a rare phone conversation Monday focusing on regional stability, the Gaza peace proposal backed by Washington, and ongoing Middle East tensions, according to official statements from both sides.
Inside the United States
Trump Weighs Invoking Insurrection Act Amid Portland ICE Protests
President Donald Trump said Monday he is considering invoking the Insurrection Act to send federal troops into Portland, Oregon, amid escalating protests over Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city.
Shutdown Blame Game Intensifies as Johnson and Schumer Trade Barbs Over Health Care and Funding Stalemate
On the sixth day of the government shutdown, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) accused Senate Democratic Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.) of prolonging the funding impasse to appease his party's far-left base, as both chambers failed again Monday to pass competing bills to reopen the government.
Supreme Court Opens New Term With Major Cases on Executive Power, Elections, Speech, Guns, and Faith
The U.S. Supreme Court opened its 2025-2026 term Monday with one of its most consequential dockets in years -- a lineup that will test the limits of presidential power, reshape key civil rights laws, and weigh fundamental questions about faith, speech, guns, and life itself.
Illinois Announces Lawsuit Against Trump Admin For Use Of Guard
The state of Illinois is seeking a temporary restraining order against the Trump administration for plans to deploy the Illinois and Texas National Guard to the Chicago area.
Christian News
Christian Dies In Pakistan Days After Acquittal In Blasphemy Case
A Christian man who was released last week after 13 years in a Pakistani prison on false charges of blasphemy against Islam has died, his supporters told Worthy News Monday.
Worthy Insights
Leaked document reveal plan for Tony Blair to manage Gaza
A recently leaked, 21-page document reveals a detailed plan to establish an international transitional authority for managing the Gaza Strip after the war, led by former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.