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Around the World
Russia Attacks Ukraine Grain Port Near Romania
Authorities said Wednesday that a Russian drone strike hit Ukrainian port facilities at Izmail on the River Danube, near Romania, a member of the NATO military allowance.
Iran’s Navy Unveils New Vessels Armed With Long-Range Missiles
Iran's Revolutionary Guards' Navy has unveiled new vessels equipped with 600-km range missiles at a time of rising tensions with the United States in the Gulf, the semi-official Tasnim News Agency reported on Wednesday.
US Limits Visa Rights For Hungarians
Simmering tensions between Hungary and the United States further rose Wednesday after Washington limited the Hungarian participation in a visa waiver program.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard drill on disputed Persian Gulf islands
Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard launched a surprise military drill Wednesday on disputed islands in the Persian Gulf, just as the U.S. military increase its presence in the region over recent ship seizures by Tehran.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel’s High Court September Hearing for Judicial Reform Law Will Include All 15 Justices
The president of Israel's Supreme Court confirmed Monday that all 15 justices will assemble on September 12th to hear a challenge to the recently-passed judicial reform law eliminating the "reasonableness" clause. It's the first time the entire court will hear a case.
IDF chief, president tour Lebanon border amid heightened tensions with Hezbollah
IDF Chief of staff Herzi Halevi and President Isaac Herzog made separate trips Wednesday to Israel’s northern border with Lebanon amid heightened tensions with the Hezbollah terror organization.
FM Cohen: ‘Israel is the closest it has ever been to peace agreement with Saudi Arabia’
Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen said in an interview on Monday evening that Israel "is the closest it has ever been to a peace agreement with Saudi Arabia."
Inside the United States
Jury Imposes Sentence Of Synagogue Attacker
A jury imposed the death penalty on a man who spread antisemitic hatred before fatally shooting 11 worshippers at a synagogue in the deadliest attack on Jews in U.S. history.
FBI locates 200 sex trafficking victims, identifies 196 suspects in nationwide campaign
The FBI located 200 sex trafficking victims, including 59 children, and identified or arrested 196 suspects during a two-week operation in July involving state and local partners, the federal agency announced.
Hundreds of US Troops Ending US-Mexico Border Mission
Hundreds of troops who were deployed to the United States border with Mexico earlier this year as the government ended pandemic-related asylum restrictions are now returning home.
US researchers are working on “cancer-killing” pill
America’s largest cancer research organization, City of Hope, is conducting preclinical trials on a new drug that appears able to “annihilate” solid cancerous tumors while leaving surrounding healthy cells alone, Sky News reports.
Christian News
Uganda: Pastor beaten unconscious for comparing Jesus and Mohammed at funeral
Extremist Muslims in eastern Uganda beat a pastor unconscious as he officiated at the funeral of a Christian convert and used the occasion to compare Jesus Christ with the Islamic prophet Mohammed, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. While Christianity is legal in Uganda, Christians have come under increasing violent attack from radicalized Muslims on account of their faith and for sharing the Gospel.
Evangelical college sued by former female instructor for “complementarian” sex discrimination
The Moody Bible Institute in Chicago has asked a federal court of appeals to dismiss a discrimination suit filed against it by a female instructor whose contract was not renewed after she advocated against the college’s position that only men can be ordained for ministry, the Washington Times reports. Oral arguments in the case are expected to be heard at the end of this year or early next year.
Russia Attacks Ukraine Grain Port Near Romania
Authorities said Wednesday that a Russian drone strike hit Ukrainian port facilities at Izmail on the River Danube, near Romania, a member of the NATO military allowance.
Iran’s Navy Unveils New Vessels Armed With Long-Range Missiles
Iran's Revolutionary Guards' Navy has unveiled new vessels equipped with 600-km range missiles at a time of rising tensions with the United States in the Gulf, the semi-official Tasnim News Agency reported on Wednesday.
US Limits Visa Rights For Hungarians
Simmering tensions between Hungary and the United States further rose Wednesday after Washington limited the Hungarian participation in a visa waiver program.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard drill on disputed Persian Gulf islands
Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard launched a surprise military drill Wednesday on disputed islands in the Persian Gulf, just as the U.S. military increase its presence in the region over recent ship seizures by Tehran.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel’s High Court September Hearing for Judicial Reform Law Will Include All 15 Justices
The president of Israel's Supreme Court confirmed Monday that all 15 justices will assemble on September 12th to hear a challenge to the recently-passed judicial reform law eliminating the "reasonableness" clause. It's the first time the entire court will hear a case.
IDF chief, president tour Lebanon border amid heightened tensions with Hezbollah
IDF Chief of staff Herzi Halevi and President Isaac Herzog made separate trips Wednesday to Israel’s northern border with Lebanon amid heightened tensions with the Hezbollah terror organization.
FM Cohen: ‘Israel is the closest it has ever been to peace agreement with Saudi Arabia’
Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen said in an interview on Monday evening that Israel "is the closest it has ever been to a peace agreement with Saudi Arabia."
Inside the United States
Jury Imposes Sentence Of Synagogue Attacker
A jury imposed the death penalty on a man who spread antisemitic hatred before fatally shooting 11 worshippers at a synagogue in the deadliest attack on Jews in U.S. history.
FBI locates 200 sex trafficking victims, identifies 196 suspects in nationwide campaign
The FBI located 200 sex trafficking victims, including 59 children, and identified or arrested 196 suspects during a two-week operation in July involving state and local partners, the federal agency announced.
Hundreds of US Troops Ending US-Mexico Border Mission
Hundreds of troops who were deployed to the United States border with Mexico earlier this year as the government ended pandemic-related asylum restrictions are now returning home.
US researchers are working on “cancer-killing” pill
America’s largest cancer research organization, City of Hope, is conducting preclinical trials on a new drug that appears able to “annihilate” solid cancerous tumors while leaving surrounding healthy cells alone, Sky News reports.
Christian News
Uganda: Pastor beaten unconscious for comparing Jesus and Mohammed at funeral
Extremist Muslims in eastern Uganda beat a pastor unconscious as he officiated at the funeral of a Christian convert and used the occasion to compare Jesus Christ with the Islamic prophet Mohammed, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. While Christianity is legal in Uganda, Christians have come under increasing violent attack from radicalized Muslims on account of their faith and for sharing the Gospel.
Evangelical college sued by former female instructor for “complementarian” sex discrimination
The Moody Bible Institute in Chicago has asked a federal court of appeals to dismiss a discrimination suit filed against it by a female instructor whose contract was not renewed after she advocated against the college’s position that only men can be ordained for ministry, the Washington Times reports. Oral arguments in the case are expected to be heard at the end of this year or early next year.
Around the World
Buildup of American Forces in Persian Gulf a New Signal of Worsening US-Iran Conflict
Thousands of Marines backed by advanced U.S. fighter jets and warships are slowly building up a presence in the Persian Gulf. It's a sign that while America's wars in the region may be finished, its conflict with Iran over its advancing nuclear program continues to worsen, with no solutions in sight.
‘Moscow Hit By Ukrainian Drones’
Ukraine warned Russia on Tuesday to expect further drone strikes after the mayor of Moscow said a skyscraper had been attacked for the second time in two days.
West Africa suffered 1,800 terror attacks in first half of 2023
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has told the UN Security Council that, in the first half of this year alone, West Africa suffered more than 1,800 terror attacks which killed 4,593 people, the Associated Press reports.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Biden says Israel-Saudi Arabia normalization deal may be underway
US President Joe Biden announced last week that a normalization agreement between Israel and long-term official enemy Saudi Arabia may be forthcoming, the Jerusalem Post reports. Such a deal would follow the Abraham Accord normalization deals brokered by the Trump administration between Israel and Morocco, Sudan, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates.
Inside the United States
Trump Charged Over Alleged Election Fraud
Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump faced significant legal challenges that could overshadow his re-election bid after he was charged with four counts following a grand jury’s examination of his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
Special counsel announces charges against Trump over Jan. 6: ‘Unprecedented assault’ on democracy
Special counsel Jack Smith on Tuesday delivered remarks following the unveiling of a four-count indictment against former President Donald Trump in connection with the events of the Jan. 6, Capitol riot.
US’ Credit Rating Downgraded
One of the world’s largest credit agencies announced on Tuesday that it was lowering the U.S.’ long-term credit rating from “AAA” to “AA+,” citing future fiscal uncertainty.
Christian News
High living costs have caused significant downturn in US charitable giving
A new survey released Friday shows that the rising cost of living over the last three years has caused many Americans to either give less to charity or to cease giving altogether, the Washington Times reports. Polling 4,928 US adults in May, the survey was conducted by the consumer research company Collage Group.
Abducted US Christian nurse and daughter still captives in Haiti
The US State Department has stated it is working to secure the release of an American Christian nurse and her daughter who were kidnapped in Haiti last week, but declined to give any information on who the abductors might be or whether they have made any ransom demands, USA Today reports. Poverty and disaster-stricken Haiti has long been plagued by extreme gang violence and political instability.
Tens of thousands of young Christians attend youth conference in Missouri
St Louis, Missouri saw some 36,000 young Christians flock to town last week to attend the biennial North American Youth Congress hosted by the United Pentecostal Church International ministry, the St Louis Post Dispatch (STL) reports. Focused on ministering to students and young adults, the conference was held between July 26-28 at America’s Center.
Buildup of American Forces in Persian Gulf a New Signal of Worsening US-Iran Conflict
Thousands of Marines backed by advanced U.S. fighter jets and warships are slowly building up a presence in the Persian Gulf. It's a sign that while America's wars in the region may be finished, its conflict with Iran over its advancing nuclear program continues to worsen, with no solutions in sight.
‘Moscow Hit By Ukrainian Drones’
Ukraine warned Russia on Tuesday to expect further drone strikes after the mayor of Moscow said a skyscraper had been attacked for the second time in two days.
West Africa suffered 1,800 terror attacks in first half of 2023
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has told the UN Security Council that, in the first half of this year alone, West Africa suffered more than 1,800 terror attacks which killed 4,593 people, the Associated Press reports.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Biden says Israel-Saudi Arabia normalization deal may be underway
US President Joe Biden announced last week that a normalization agreement between Israel and long-term official enemy Saudi Arabia may be forthcoming, the Jerusalem Post reports. Such a deal would follow the Abraham Accord normalization deals brokered by the Trump administration between Israel and Morocco, Sudan, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates.
Inside the United States
Trump Charged Over Alleged Election Fraud
Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump faced significant legal challenges that could overshadow his re-election bid after he was charged with four counts following a grand jury’s examination of his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
Special counsel announces charges against Trump over Jan. 6: ‘Unprecedented assault’ on democracy
Special counsel Jack Smith on Tuesday delivered remarks following the unveiling of a four-count indictment against former President Donald Trump in connection with the events of the Jan. 6, Capitol riot.
US’ Credit Rating Downgraded
One of the world’s largest credit agencies announced on Tuesday that it was lowering the U.S.’ long-term credit rating from “AAA” to “AA+,” citing future fiscal uncertainty.
Christian News
High living costs have caused significant downturn in US charitable giving
A new survey released Friday shows that the rising cost of living over the last three years has caused many Americans to either give less to charity or to cease giving altogether, the Washington Times reports. Polling 4,928 US adults in May, the survey was conducted by the consumer research company Collage Group.
Abducted US Christian nurse and daughter still captives in Haiti
The US State Department has stated it is working to secure the release of an American Christian nurse and her daughter who were kidnapped in Haiti last week, but declined to give any information on who the abductors might be or whether they have made any ransom demands, USA Today reports. Poverty and disaster-stricken Haiti has long been plagued by extreme gang violence and political instability.
Tens of thousands of young Christians attend youth conference in Missouri
St Louis, Missouri saw some 36,000 young Christians flock to town last week to attend the biennial North American Youth Congress hosted by the United Pentecostal Church International ministry, the St Louis Post Dispatch (STL) reports. Focused on ministering to students and young adults, the conference was held between July 26-28 at America’s Center.
Around the World
Saudi Arabia to Host Ukraine Peace Talks (Worthy News Radio)
Kyiv has confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host a Ukrainian-organized peace summit to find a way to end the war with Russia in Ukraine. Officials said the gathering will be in the Red Sea port city of Jeddah early next month.
Ukraine Warns War Coming To Russia
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky warned Sunday that war is returning to Russia after a drone attack on Moscow.
Pakistan Bomb Kills Dozens
Officials say a powerful bomb ripped through a rally by supporters of a hard-line cleric and political leader in Pakistan’s northwestern Bajur district that borders Afghanistan on Sunday, killing dozens of people.
Judge Defies China Pressure To Ban Hong Kong Protest Song
Hong Kong’s high court has rejected a mainland China-backed government attempt to ban a protest song, Glory to Hong Kong. It became the unofficial anthem after the 2019 pro-democracy protests and ensuing crackdown.
Nine Killed As Blast Rocks Thai Warehouse
Residents in southern Thailand were mourning Sunday after authorities said at least nine people, including three children, were killed in a blast at a market’s illegal fireworks warehouse.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
“Cancerous” Israel must be removed from Middle East, Hezbollah leader says
Doubling down on past virulently anti-semitic statements, the leader of the Lebanese Iran-backed Hezbollah terror organization said at the weekend that the Middle East will work tirelessly until the "cancerous gland" that is Israel has been removed from the region, the Jerusalem Post reports.
No ‘right of return’ for Palestinian refugees, Israel UN ambassador says
Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations emphasized Thursday that there is no “right of return” to Israel for millions of Palestinian descendants of Arabs who were displaced during the Arab-Israeli War of 1948, the Jewish National Syndicate (JNS) reports.
National unity talks between Palestinian Authority and Hamas end inconclusively
Reconciliation talks between the Palestinian Authority which governs the West Bank and the Hamas terror group which rules the Gaza Strip have ended inconclusively after the groups’ respective leaders agreed to meet in Egypt and discuss national unity for the first time in three years, Haaretz reports.
Inside the United States
Biden pushes fight with Supreme Court as he launches student loan forgiveness website
The White House is testing a website for a new student loan payment initiative nearly a month after the Supreme Court quashed President Joe Biden's wide-reaching student loan forgiveness plan.
Devon Archer tells Congress Burisma pressured Hunter Biden to deal with Ukrainian prosecutor
Devon Archer delivered bombshell testimony to Congress on Monday, telling lawmakers that Burisma Holdings pressured Hunter Biden in December 2015 to deal with a Ukrainian prosecutor who was investigating the firm for corruption shortly before the then-vice president took steps to force the prosecutor's firing, according to lawmakers familiar with the transcribed interview.
Fox News Cancels Donations For Satanic Temple After Outcry
Fox News Channel has removed its possibility to donate to The Satanic Temple and other controversial groups after an outcry over these matching gifts by the U.S. conservative broadcaster, Worthy News learned.
Saudi Arabia to Host Ukraine Peace Talks (Worthy News Radio)
Kyiv has confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host a Ukrainian-organized peace summit to find a way to end the war with Russia in Ukraine. Officials said the gathering will be in the Red Sea port city of Jeddah early next month.
Ukraine Warns War Coming To Russia
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky warned Sunday that war is returning to Russia after a drone attack on Moscow.
Pakistan Bomb Kills Dozens
Officials say a powerful bomb ripped through a rally by supporters of a hard-line cleric and political leader in Pakistan’s northwestern Bajur district that borders Afghanistan on Sunday, killing dozens of people.
Judge Defies China Pressure To Ban Hong Kong Protest Song
Hong Kong’s high court has rejected a mainland China-backed government attempt to ban a protest song, Glory to Hong Kong. It became the unofficial anthem after the 2019 pro-democracy protests and ensuing crackdown.
Nine Killed As Blast Rocks Thai Warehouse
Residents in southern Thailand were mourning Sunday after authorities said at least nine people, including three children, were killed in a blast at a market’s illegal fireworks warehouse.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
“Cancerous” Israel must be removed from Middle East, Hezbollah leader says
Doubling down on past virulently anti-semitic statements, the leader of the Lebanese Iran-backed Hezbollah terror organization said at the weekend that the Middle East will work tirelessly until the "cancerous gland" that is Israel has been removed from the region, the Jerusalem Post reports.
No ‘right of return’ for Palestinian refugees, Israel UN ambassador says
Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations emphasized Thursday that there is no “right of return” to Israel for millions of Palestinian descendants of Arabs who were displaced during the Arab-Israeli War of 1948, the Jewish National Syndicate (JNS) reports.
National unity talks between Palestinian Authority and Hamas end inconclusively
Reconciliation talks between the Palestinian Authority which governs the West Bank and the Hamas terror group which rules the Gaza Strip have ended inconclusively after the groups’ respective leaders agreed to meet in Egypt and discuss national unity for the first time in three years, Haaretz reports.
Inside the United States
Biden pushes fight with Supreme Court as he launches student loan forgiveness website
The White House is testing a website for a new student loan payment initiative nearly a month after the Supreme Court quashed President Joe Biden's wide-reaching student loan forgiveness plan.
Devon Archer tells Congress Burisma pressured Hunter Biden to deal with Ukrainian prosecutor
Devon Archer delivered bombshell testimony to Congress on Monday, telling lawmakers that Burisma Holdings pressured Hunter Biden in December 2015 to deal with a Ukrainian prosecutor who was investigating the firm for corruption shortly before the then-vice president took steps to force the prosecutor's firing, according to lawmakers familiar with the transcribed interview.
Fox News Cancels Donations For Satanic Temple After Outcry
Fox News Channel has removed its possibility to donate to The Satanic Temple and other controversial groups after an outcry over these matching gifts by the U.S. conservative broadcaster, Worthy News learned.