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Around the World
Ukraine’s Neighbors Ban Grain Imports (Worthy News In-Depth)
Ukraine’s European Union neighbors have rejected an EU-imposed September 15 deadline to lift a ban on Ukrainian grain imports, the Hungarian agriculture minister confirmed.
Russia’s Wagner Mercenaries Group In Belarus, Images Show (Worthy News-Focus)
Satellite images and video footage suggest that the founder of Russia’s Wagner mercenary group and fellow soldiers are at their new base in Belarus after they challenged Russian President Vladimir Putin’s authority.
Russia Attacks Ukraine’s Black Sea Coast Destroy Grain Storage; Africa Worried
Kyiv says Russian missile strikes on Ukraine's Black Sea coast have destroyed 60,000 tonnes of grain and damaged storage infrastructure, raising further doubts about the world’s food security.
2 Killed In New Zealand Shooting Ahead Of World Cup
At least two people were killed and six others injured when a gunman opened fire in a building under construction in the center of Auckland, New Zealand, just hours before the city was to open the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu says efforts underway to reach compromise on judicial bill
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that there were talks underway to reach a broad agreement on the final wording of the first bill in his judicial overhaul that is scheduled for a final vote on Monday and would prevent judicial oversight over the executive branch.
Palestinian Authority says it has no intention of disarming terror groups in Jenin
The Palestinian Authority announced Wednesday that it has no intention of disarming the Jenin Battalion terrorist associated with Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), or other terrorist groups operating in the West Bank city of Jenin, i24News reports. The announcement came after recent high-profile major IDF counter-terrorism operations in Jenin.
Jewish immigration to Israel has decreased from the West but increased from Russia
A new report from the Jewish Agency for Israel shows there has been a substantial decrease in Jewish immigration to Israel from Western countries in the first half of this year while there has been a significant rise in immigration from Russia in the same, the Jerusalem Post reported exclusively.
Inside the United States
US Federal Reserve Launches Instant Payment Despite Concerns
The U.S. central bank launched an “instant payment system” Thursday despite concerns that it will lead to more state control over personal finances.
Official admits FBI told Twitter that Hunter Biden laptop was real as soon as news broke in 2020
A senior FBI official has revealed that the bureau told Twitter that Hunter Biden‘s laptop computer was genuine the same day a newspaper first reported details of President Biden and his son’s foreign business deals based on documents from the laptop.
Democrats try to halt RFK Jr. testimony during censorship hearing
Democrats on a GOP-led House panel created to focus on the "weaponization" of the federal government tried Thursday to stop or at least limit Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from testifying at their hearing, citing his comments on COVID-19 and minority groups.
June home sales drop to the slowest pace in 14 years as short supply chokes the market
Sales of pre-owned homes dropped 3.3% in June compared with May, running at a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 4.16 million units, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Christian News
Iran: More than 50 Christians rounded up and detained on unknown charges
In a sudden spike of persecution against Christians in Iran, government authorities arrested and detained more than 50 Christians in five cities across Iran in the last 10 days, Article 18 reports.
Pakistan Christians Fleeing After Blasphemy Allegations
Christian families are fleeing their homes in Pakistan’s Punjab province after Muslims threatened to attack them, and several believers were reportedly detained for alleged blasphemy against Islam, a senior rights official told Worthy News.
Russian Orthodox Church leaders support invasion, religious persecution in Ukraine
The US-based Global Christian Relief organization has warned that leaders of the Russian Orthodox Church support Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, including the persecution of Ukrainian Christians, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Ukraine’s Neighbors Ban Grain Imports (Worthy News In-Depth)
Ukraine’s European Union neighbors have rejected an EU-imposed September 15 deadline to lift a ban on Ukrainian grain imports, the Hungarian agriculture minister confirmed.
Russia’s Wagner Mercenaries Group In Belarus, Images Show (Worthy News-Focus)
Satellite images and video footage suggest that the founder of Russia’s Wagner mercenary group and fellow soldiers are at their new base in Belarus after they challenged Russian President Vladimir Putin’s authority.
Russia Attacks Ukraine’s Black Sea Coast Destroy Grain Storage; Africa Worried
Kyiv says Russian missile strikes on Ukraine's Black Sea coast have destroyed 60,000 tonnes of grain and damaged storage infrastructure, raising further doubts about the world’s food security.
2 Killed In New Zealand Shooting Ahead Of World Cup
At least two people were killed and six others injured when a gunman opened fire in a building under construction in the center of Auckland, New Zealand, just hours before the city was to open the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu says efforts underway to reach compromise on judicial bill
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that there were talks underway to reach a broad agreement on the final wording of the first bill in his judicial overhaul that is scheduled for a final vote on Monday and would prevent judicial oversight over the executive branch.
Palestinian Authority says it has no intention of disarming terror groups in Jenin
The Palestinian Authority announced Wednesday that it has no intention of disarming the Jenin Battalion terrorist associated with Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), or other terrorist groups operating in the West Bank city of Jenin, i24News reports. The announcement came after recent high-profile major IDF counter-terrorism operations in Jenin.
Jewish immigration to Israel has decreased from the West but increased from Russia
A new report from the Jewish Agency for Israel shows there has been a substantial decrease in Jewish immigration to Israel from Western countries in the first half of this year while there has been a significant rise in immigration from Russia in the same, the Jerusalem Post reported exclusively.
Inside the United States
US Federal Reserve Launches Instant Payment Despite Concerns
The U.S. central bank launched an “instant payment system” Thursday despite concerns that it will lead to more state control over personal finances.
Official admits FBI told Twitter that Hunter Biden laptop was real as soon as news broke in 2020
A senior FBI official has revealed that the bureau told Twitter that Hunter Biden‘s laptop computer was genuine the same day a newspaper first reported details of President Biden and his son’s foreign business deals based on documents from the laptop.
Democrats try to halt RFK Jr. testimony during censorship hearing
Democrats on a GOP-led House panel created to focus on the "weaponization" of the federal government tried Thursday to stop or at least limit Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from testifying at their hearing, citing his comments on COVID-19 and minority groups.
June home sales drop to the slowest pace in 14 years as short supply chokes the market
Sales of pre-owned homes dropped 3.3% in June compared with May, running at a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 4.16 million units, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Christian News
Iran: More than 50 Christians rounded up and detained on unknown charges
In a sudden spike of persecution against Christians in Iran, government authorities arrested and detained more than 50 Christians in five cities across Iran in the last 10 days, Article 18 reports.
Pakistan Christians Fleeing After Blasphemy Allegations
Christian families are fleeing their homes in Pakistan’s Punjab province after Muslims threatened to attack them, and several believers were reportedly detained for alleged blasphemy against Islam, a senior rights official told Worthy News.
Russian Orthodox Church leaders support invasion, religious persecution in Ukraine
The US-based Global Christian Relief organization has warned that leaders of the Russian Orthodox Church support Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, including the persecution of Ukrainian Christians, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Around the World
U.S. approves $1.3 billion package of long-term military aid for Ukraine
The Pentagon announced a new $1.3 billion package of long-term military aid to Ukraine on Wednesday, including four air defense systems and an undisclosed number of drones.
Russia launches ‘truly massive attack’ on Ukrainian grain facilities after pulling out of sea deal
Russia launched a massive strike on Ukrainian grain and export infrastructure after pulling out of an international grain deal that allowed Ukraine to export across the Black Sea.
China sends a record 16 warships to circle Taiwan
Taiwan’s defense ministry announced at the weekend that China sent a record 16 warships to circle the island nation on Friday, the Global Times reports. While Taiwan is an independent democratic country, China has long maintained that the island is part of its mainland which has caused the Taiwanese to live under the constant threat of invasion.
Espresso coffee can protect against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, new report shows
Italian researchers have published a new report showing that the highly popular Espresso coffee beverage can help to protect against neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer′s and Parkinson’s disease.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel to allow Palestinian Americans entry in bid to qualify for U.S. visa waiver program
Israel announced Wednesday that it would be allowing all American citizens, including dual-nationality Palestinians from the West Bank and Gaza Strip, to enter the country through its international airport as part of an agreement to qualify for a visa waiver program with the U.S.
Inside the United States
House, Senate Resolutions Introduced Calling for EU to Designate Hezbollah as a Terror Organization
A bipartisan group of Senators and Congressmen on Tuesday introduced House and Senate resolutions calling on the European Union to designate the entirety of Hezbollah as a terrorist organization.
Christian baker Jack Phillips tells Colorado Supreme Court it must honor high court’s ruling
Christian baker Jack Phillips asked the Colorado Supreme Court this week to reject a case against him after the Supreme Court affirmed the First Amendment right of artists who turn down work that would entail creating content that would contradict their religious beliefs.
US officially cuts all funding to Wuhan Institute of Virology
The US government on Monday officially cut off all future federal funding for the controversial Wuhan Institute of Virology from which it is suspected the COVID-19 virus originated, citing the lab’s violation of safety protocols and refusal to submit required documents on security, the New York Post reports. The US decision will affect new contracts, grants, and other transactions at the Institute.
Christian News
India: New Karnataka state government is actively helping Christians, “there is evident change”
While the first half of 2023 saw a surge in violence against Christians in India, believers in the southern state of Karnataka are rejoicing as a newly elected state government has vowed to repeal harsh anti-conversion legislation and invest in projects that will benefit them and other religious minorities, Christianity Today (CT) reports.
Indonesia Christians: ‘Muslim Crackdown On Congregations’ (Worthy News In-Depth)
Indonesian Christians said Tuesday that several church congregations have been “disbanded” by angry Muslim protesters and local authorities. “In one of them, my children worship,” a concerned Christian told Worthy News.
U.S. approves $1.3 billion package of long-term military aid for Ukraine
The Pentagon announced a new $1.3 billion package of long-term military aid to Ukraine on Wednesday, including four air defense systems and an undisclosed number of drones.
Russia launches ‘truly massive attack’ on Ukrainian grain facilities after pulling out of sea deal
Russia launched a massive strike on Ukrainian grain and export infrastructure after pulling out of an international grain deal that allowed Ukraine to export across the Black Sea.
China sends a record 16 warships to circle Taiwan
Taiwan’s defense ministry announced at the weekend that China sent a record 16 warships to circle the island nation on Friday, the Global Times reports. While Taiwan is an independent democratic country, China has long maintained that the island is part of its mainland which has caused the Taiwanese to live under the constant threat of invasion.
Espresso coffee can protect against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, new report shows
Italian researchers have published a new report showing that the highly popular Espresso coffee beverage can help to protect against neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer′s and Parkinson’s disease.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel to allow Palestinian Americans entry in bid to qualify for U.S. visa waiver program
Israel announced Wednesday that it would be allowing all American citizens, including dual-nationality Palestinians from the West Bank and Gaza Strip, to enter the country through its international airport as part of an agreement to qualify for a visa waiver program with the U.S.
Inside the United States
House, Senate Resolutions Introduced Calling for EU to Designate Hezbollah as a Terror Organization
A bipartisan group of Senators and Congressmen on Tuesday introduced House and Senate resolutions calling on the European Union to designate the entirety of Hezbollah as a terrorist organization.
Christian baker Jack Phillips tells Colorado Supreme Court it must honor high court’s ruling
Christian baker Jack Phillips asked the Colorado Supreme Court this week to reject a case against him after the Supreme Court affirmed the First Amendment right of artists who turn down work that would entail creating content that would contradict their religious beliefs.
US officially cuts all funding to Wuhan Institute of Virology
The US government on Monday officially cut off all future federal funding for the controversial Wuhan Institute of Virology from which it is suspected the COVID-19 virus originated, citing the lab’s violation of safety protocols and refusal to submit required documents on security, the New York Post reports. The US decision will affect new contracts, grants, and other transactions at the Institute.
Christian News
India: New Karnataka state government is actively helping Christians, “there is evident change”
While the first half of 2023 saw a surge in violence against Christians in India, believers in the southern state of Karnataka are rejoicing as a newly elected state government has vowed to repeal harsh anti-conversion legislation and invest in projects that will benefit them and other religious minorities, Christianity Today (CT) reports.
Indonesia Christians: ‘Muslim Crackdown On Congregations’ (Worthy News In-Depth)
Indonesian Christians said Tuesday that several church congregations have been “disbanded” by angry Muslim protesters and local authorities. “In one of them, my children worship,” a concerned Christian told Worthy News.
Around the World
North Korea Detains US Soldier
U.S. President Joe Biden faced another foreign policy crisis Tuesday as defense officials confirmed that the person crossing unauthorized into North Korea was an American soldier.
US Deploys Nuke Sub to South Korea
The United States deployed a nuclear-armed submarine to South Korea on Tuesday for the first time in four decades, as the allies warned North Korea that any use of the North's nuclear weapons in combat would result in the end of its regime.
Russia Attacks Ukraine Ports After Ending Grain Deal (Worthy News Radio)
Russia has warned Ukraine of security risks if it continues shipping grain out of Ukrainian Black Sea ports without Moscow's approval. The Kremlin made the announcement after pulling out of a grain deal and then ordering overnight air strikes on Ukrainian port cities.
Russia Ends Grain Deal After Bridge Attack
Moscow on Monday pulled out of a grain deal that allowed Ukraine to export grain through the Black Sea after two people died in a blast hitting a bridge linking Crimea with Russia.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Two Syrian soldiers injured in alleged Israeli strikes near Damascus
Two Syrian soldiers were injured after alleged Israeli airstrikes targeted sites in the Damascus area on Tuesday night, according to the Syrian state news agency SANA.
Laser air defenses coming to Israeli border communities soon
Within approximately 18 months, Israel is expected to deploy the world’s first laser defense systems, on borders that have Iranian-backed terrorist armies on the other side.
Israeli protesters block highways in ‘day of disruption’ against Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul plan
Israeli protesters blocked highways and gathered outside Tel Aviv’s stock exchange and military headquarters on Tuesday in the latest countrywide demonstration against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu‘s planned judicial overhaul.
Inside the United States
House Democrat seeks to eliminate “husband” and “wife” from federal law
A House Democratic lawmaker have proposed legislation to eliminate the terms "husband" and "wife" from federal law in favor of gender neutral terminology.
Court ruling for web designer may not protect others opposing same-sex weddings
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling in favor of a Christian web designer who opposed making same-sex wedding websites didn’t settle everything for religious objectors, according to legal experts who say bakers, florists and others may still have to battle in court to stay out of LGBTQ celebrations.
Christian News
Mali: Hundreds of civilians killed by Islamic State fighters, “please pray”
Survivors of Islamic State attacks in Mali have given testimony to the Human Rights Watch (HRW) organization that indicates hundreds of civilians in the north-west African country were killed by jihadists in the first half of this year alone, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Mali has been plagued by a staggering rise in Islamic terror attacks since jihadists took over much of its northern section in a coup in 2012.
Indonesia: North Sumatra Christian worship service again disrupted by Muslims
A Christian congregation in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia, had its worship service disrupted by Muslim protestors for the second time in two months on July 2, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
India: 400 violent attacks on Christians in first half of 2023
A new study published by the United Christian Forum (UCF) shows there were 400 violent attacks on Christians in India in the first half of this year alone, the Christian Post reports. Documenting a surge in violence against Christians in India, the study shows the month of June saw an average of three attacks per day.
North Korea Detains US Soldier
U.S. President Joe Biden faced another foreign policy crisis Tuesday as defense officials confirmed that the person crossing unauthorized into North Korea was an American soldier.
US Deploys Nuke Sub to South Korea
The United States deployed a nuclear-armed submarine to South Korea on Tuesday for the first time in four decades, as the allies warned North Korea that any use of the North's nuclear weapons in combat would result in the end of its regime.
Russia Attacks Ukraine Ports After Ending Grain Deal (Worthy News Radio)
Russia has warned Ukraine of security risks if it continues shipping grain out of Ukrainian Black Sea ports without Moscow's approval. The Kremlin made the announcement after pulling out of a grain deal and then ordering overnight air strikes on Ukrainian port cities.
Russia Ends Grain Deal After Bridge Attack
Moscow on Monday pulled out of a grain deal that allowed Ukraine to export grain through the Black Sea after two people died in a blast hitting a bridge linking Crimea with Russia.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Two Syrian soldiers injured in alleged Israeli strikes near Damascus
Two Syrian soldiers were injured after alleged Israeli airstrikes targeted sites in the Damascus area on Tuesday night, according to the Syrian state news agency SANA.
Laser air defenses coming to Israeli border communities soon
Within approximately 18 months, Israel is expected to deploy the world’s first laser defense systems, on borders that have Iranian-backed terrorist armies on the other side.
Israeli protesters block highways in ‘day of disruption’ against Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul plan
Israeli protesters blocked highways and gathered outside Tel Aviv’s stock exchange and military headquarters on Tuesday in the latest countrywide demonstration against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu‘s planned judicial overhaul.
Inside the United States
House Democrat seeks to eliminate “husband” and “wife” from federal law
A House Democratic lawmaker have proposed legislation to eliminate the terms "husband" and "wife" from federal law in favor of gender neutral terminology.
Court ruling for web designer may not protect others opposing same-sex weddings
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling in favor of a Christian web designer who opposed making same-sex wedding websites didn’t settle everything for religious objectors, according to legal experts who say bakers, florists and others may still have to battle in court to stay out of LGBTQ celebrations.
Christian News
Mali: Hundreds of civilians killed by Islamic State fighters, “please pray”
Survivors of Islamic State attacks in Mali have given testimony to the Human Rights Watch (HRW) organization that indicates hundreds of civilians in the north-west African country were killed by jihadists in the first half of this year alone, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Mali has been plagued by a staggering rise in Islamic terror attacks since jihadists took over much of its northern section in a coup in 2012.
Indonesia: North Sumatra Christian worship service again disrupted by Muslims
A Christian congregation in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia, had its worship service disrupted by Muslim protestors for the second time in two months on July 2, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
India: 400 violent attacks on Christians in first half of 2023
A new study published by the United Christian Forum (UCF) shows there were 400 violent attacks on Christians in India in the first half of this year alone, the Christian Post reports. Documenting a surge in violence against Christians in India, the study shows the month of June saw an average of three attacks per day.