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Around the World
UN Nuclear Watchdog Report Seen by AP Says Iran Slows Its Enrichment of Near-Weapons-Grade Uranium
Iran has slowed the pace at which it is enriching uranium to nearly weapons-grade levels, according to a report by the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog seen by The Associated Press on Monday. That could be a sign Tehran is trying to ease tensions after years of strain between it and the U.S.
Kim Jong Un to visit Putin in Russia for talks on possible weapons supply
Kim Jong Un plans to travel to Russia this month to meet President Vladimir Putin and discuss the possibility of supplying Moscow with weapons for the war in Ukraine, as Russia says it is seeking closer military ties with North Korea.
Ukraine’s President Replacing Defense Minister
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky says he is replacing his minister of defense in the biggest shake-up in the leadership since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Hungary Celebrates Birth Of Israel, Budapest
Representatives of Israel and Hungary have launched programs to remember the 150th birth anniversary of the city of Budapest and further encourage a Jewish revival here. They also joined the European Days of Jewish Culture underway in Hungary’s capital and alluded to the birth of Israel 75 years ago.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
American defense pact at forefront of Saudi talks, says senior Israeli official
Any progress on normalizing relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia currently hinges on defense guarantees, which the latter is seeking from the United States, said a senior Israeli official.
Coalition, opposition come together to reject reported bargain on judicial overhaul
Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle were quick to pour cold water on the chances for a compromise agreement on legislation to overhaul the judiciary Monday, after a report that coalition and opposition had come to understandings on the contentious issue.
Inside the United States
Federal Deficit Projected to Double This Year
The federal deficit is projected to roughly double this year from last, according to projections, which will be a historic jump, usually attributed to "major crises."
Death At Rain-Soaked Burning Man Festival
U.S. authorities have opened an investigation into a death at the annual Burning Man festival after extreme rainfall in the northern part of Nevada state stranded tens of thousands of revelers.
Proud Boys Leader Get 18 Years For Attacking US Capitol
The leader of the Proud Boys group was sentenced Friday to 18 years in prison for his role in the January 6, 2021, attack on the United States Capitol in Washington D.C.
Christian News
Pakistan Pastor Shot After Removing Islamic Graffiti From Church
A pastor in Muslim-majority Pakistan says he has been shot and injured after Islamic graffiti was removed from his Presbyterian church in an eastern district where last month, angry Muslims destroyed scores of churches and homes.
Uganda: Police foil bomb attack on church in Kampala, hundreds evacuated
Police in Uganda have announced they were able to prevent a planned bombing attack on hundreds of Christian worshippers at the Lubaga Miracle Centre Cathedral in Kampala on Sunday, AFP/Reuters report.
‘Nigerian Army Fires Soldier For Preaching Christ’
The Nigerian Army has dismissed a soldier for preaching about Jesus Christ while in service uniform on social media, several sources confirmed over the weekend.
UN Nuclear Watchdog Report Seen by AP Says Iran Slows Its Enrichment of Near-Weapons-Grade Uranium
Iran has slowed the pace at which it is enriching uranium to nearly weapons-grade levels, according to a report by the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog seen by The Associated Press on Monday. That could be a sign Tehran is trying to ease tensions after years of strain between it and the U.S.
Kim Jong Un to visit Putin in Russia for talks on possible weapons supply
Kim Jong Un plans to travel to Russia this month to meet President Vladimir Putin and discuss the possibility of supplying Moscow with weapons for the war in Ukraine, as Russia says it is seeking closer military ties with North Korea.
Ukraine’s President Replacing Defense Minister
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky says he is replacing his minister of defense in the biggest shake-up in the leadership since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Hungary Celebrates Birth Of Israel, Budapest
Representatives of Israel and Hungary have launched programs to remember the 150th birth anniversary of the city of Budapest and further encourage a Jewish revival here. They also joined the European Days of Jewish Culture underway in Hungary’s capital and alluded to the birth of Israel 75 years ago.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
American defense pact at forefront of Saudi talks, says senior Israeli official
Any progress on normalizing relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia currently hinges on defense guarantees, which the latter is seeking from the United States, said a senior Israeli official.
Coalition, opposition come together to reject reported bargain on judicial overhaul
Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle were quick to pour cold water on the chances for a compromise agreement on legislation to overhaul the judiciary Monday, after a report that coalition and opposition had come to understandings on the contentious issue.
Inside the United States
Federal Deficit Projected to Double This Year
The federal deficit is projected to roughly double this year from last, according to projections, which will be a historic jump, usually attributed to "major crises."
Death At Rain-Soaked Burning Man Festival
U.S. authorities have opened an investigation into a death at the annual Burning Man festival after extreme rainfall in the northern part of Nevada state stranded tens of thousands of revelers.
Proud Boys Leader Get 18 Years For Attacking US Capitol
The leader of the Proud Boys group was sentenced Friday to 18 years in prison for his role in the January 6, 2021, attack on the United States Capitol in Washington D.C.
Christian News
Pakistan Pastor Shot After Removing Islamic Graffiti From Church
A pastor in Muslim-majority Pakistan says he has been shot and injured after Islamic graffiti was removed from his Presbyterian church in an eastern district where last month, angry Muslims destroyed scores of churches and homes.
Uganda: Police foil bomb attack on church in Kampala, hundreds evacuated
Police in Uganda have announced they were able to prevent a planned bombing attack on hundreds of Christian worshippers at the Lubaga Miracle Centre Cathedral in Kampala on Sunday, AFP/Reuters report.
‘Nigerian Army Fires Soldier For Preaching Christ’
The Nigerian Army has dismissed a soldier for preaching about Jesus Christ while in service uniform on social media, several sources confirmed over the weekend.
Around the World
Russia Puts Feared Nuclear ‘Satan 2’ Missiles On Combat Duty
Russia on Friday prepared to attack targets with its feared nuclear-capable Sarmat missiles, nicknamed Satan 2, with authorities saying they had been put on “combat duty.”
Iran claims to foil major Mossad attempt to insert defective parts into its missiles
Iran claimed Thursday that it had foiled a major plan by Israel’s Mossad spy agency to sabotage its missile production and its defense industry as a whole.
Security Council extends UNIFIL peacekeepers’ mandate, rejects Hezbollah demands
The United Nations Security Council voted on Thursday to extend the mandate of the UN peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon, hours before it was due to expire.
As Typhoon Haikui barrels into Taiwan, thousands are evacuated
Domestic flights were cancelled and almost 4,000 people were evacuated as Typhoon Haikui barrelled into southeastern Taiwan on Sunday bringing torrential rain and strong winds.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel to boost Air Force power with new F-35 squadron
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on Sunday submitted an official Letter of Request (LOR) to the US and to Lockheed Martin for the purchase of a third squadron of 25 F-35 aircraft, which will eventually bring Israel’s total complement to 75 aircraft.
Israel mulls response after Tel Aviv riot leaves 170 injured
Israeli ministers met on Sunday morning to discuss the government’s response to the previous day’s violent riots in Tel Aviv between rival Eritrean factions.
Hezbollah, Hamas, and Islamic Jihad meet to ‘coordinate’ against ‘Zionist enemy’
The head of the Hezbollah terror group hosted senior officials from the Palestinian Hamas and Islamic Jihad terror groups in Lebanon over the weekend, with the goal of unifying their efforts to attack the State of Israel.
US delegation heading to Saudi Arabia amid Biden normalization push
A delegation of top American officials is slated to travel to Riyadh this week to meet with Saudi counterparts in order to discuss a potential normalization agreement between the Gulf kingdom and Israel, a US official and a Palestinian official told The Times of Israel on Sunday.
Israel unveils ‘most advanced’ surveillance plane with AI-powered sensors: ‘Unprecedented’
The Israeli Defense Ministry has unveiled a new surveillance aircraft that integrates artificial intelligence (AI) systems in what officials are calling a groundbreaking development for technology.
Inside the United States
Fifth Circuit sides with ivermectin-prescribing doctors in their quarrel with the FDA
Three doctors who prescribed ivermectin for Covid-19 patients have valid claims that the Food and Drug Administration overstepped its authority with a campaign warning people not to take the drug, a Fifth Circuit panel ruled Friday, reinstating the trio’s lawsuit against the agency.
Obama-Appointed Judge Rules State Officials Don’t Have To Change Birth Certificates To Match People’s Gender Identity
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Kansas government officials are no longer required to change a person’s birth certificate to reflect their gender identity, according to the court document.
Federal judge blocks Tennessee county from enforcing state drag ban
A federal judge blocked a Tennessee district attorney in Blount County from enforcing the state law that bans adult performances on public property or in areas that children could see.
Judge dismisses lawsuit claiming Trump can’t hold office after insurrection
A federal judge has dismissed a suit brought by a Florida tax attorney attempting to disqualify former President Donald Trump from running for reelection on the basis of fomenting an insurrection in 2020.
SCOTUS Asked to Review State Court’s Decision to Remove Jurors with ‘Conservative Christian’ Beliefs
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey asked the Supreme Court Thursday to review a state court’s decision to remove Christian jurors from an employment discrimination lawsuit where the plaintiff identified as lesbian.
Christian News
Pakistan’s Supreme Court ‘Rekindles Hope’, Opposes Forced Marriages of Christian Girls
The Supreme Court in Pakistan has ordered the government to respond to a complaint demanding lower courts stop allowing forced conversion and marriage of minority girls in the predominantly Muslim country. The decision could make way for the country to adopt laws that would protect young girls, says a new report.
Russia Puts Feared Nuclear ‘Satan 2’ Missiles On Combat Duty
Russia on Friday prepared to attack targets with its feared nuclear-capable Sarmat missiles, nicknamed Satan 2, with authorities saying they had been put on “combat duty.”
Iran claims to foil major Mossad attempt to insert defective parts into its missiles
Iran claimed Thursday that it had foiled a major plan by Israel’s Mossad spy agency to sabotage its missile production and its defense industry as a whole.
Security Council extends UNIFIL peacekeepers’ mandate, rejects Hezbollah demands
The United Nations Security Council voted on Thursday to extend the mandate of the UN peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon, hours before it was due to expire.
As Typhoon Haikui barrels into Taiwan, thousands are evacuated
Domestic flights were cancelled and almost 4,000 people were evacuated as Typhoon Haikui barrelled into southeastern Taiwan on Sunday bringing torrential rain and strong winds.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel to boost Air Force power with new F-35 squadron
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on Sunday submitted an official Letter of Request (LOR) to the US and to Lockheed Martin for the purchase of a third squadron of 25 F-35 aircraft, which will eventually bring Israel’s total complement to 75 aircraft.
Israel mulls response after Tel Aviv riot leaves 170 injured
Israeli ministers met on Sunday morning to discuss the government’s response to the previous day’s violent riots in Tel Aviv between rival Eritrean factions.
Hezbollah, Hamas, and Islamic Jihad meet to ‘coordinate’ against ‘Zionist enemy’
The head of the Hezbollah terror group hosted senior officials from the Palestinian Hamas and Islamic Jihad terror groups in Lebanon over the weekend, with the goal of unifying their efforts to attack the State of Israel.
US delegation heading to Saudi Arabia amid Biden normalization push
A delegation of top American officials is slated to travel to Riyadh this week to meet with Saudi counterparts in order to discuss a potential normalization agreement between the Gulf kingdom and Israel, a US official and a Palestinian official told The Times of Israel on Sunday.
Israel unveils ‘most advanced’ surveillance plane with AI-powered sensors: ‘Unprecedented’
The Israeli Defense Ministry has unveiled a new surveillance aircraft that integrates artificial intelligence (AI) systems in what officials are calling a groundbreaking development for technology.
Inside the United States
Fifth Circuit sides with ivermectin-prescribing doctors in their quarrel with the FDA
Three doctors who prescribed ivermectin for Covid-19 patients have valid claims that the Food and Drug Administration overstepped its authority with a campaign warning people not to take the drug, a Fifth Circuit panel ruled Friday, reinstating the trio’s lawsuit against the agency.
Obama-Appointed Judge Rules State Officials Don’t Have To Change Birth Certificates To Match People’s Gender Identity
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Kansas government officials are no longer required to change a person’s birth certificate to reflect their gender identity, according to the court document.
Federal judge blocks Tennessee county from enforcing state drag ban
A federal judge blocked a Tennessee district attorney in Blount County from enforcing the state law that bans adult performances on public property or in areas that children could see.
Judge dismisses lawsuit claiming Trump can’t hold office after insurrection
A federal judge has dismissed a suit brought by a Florida tax attorney attempting to disqualify former President Donald Trump from running for reelection on the basis of fomenting an insurrection in 2020.
SCOTUS Asked to Review State Court’s Decision to Remove Jurors with ‘Conservative Christian’ Beliefs
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey asked the Supreme Court Thursday to review a state court’s decision to remove Christian jurors from an employment discrimination lawsuit where the plaintiff identified as lesbian.
Christian News
Pakistan’s Supreme Court ‘Rekindles Hope’, Opposes Forced Marriages of Christian Girls
The Supreme Court in Pakistan has ordered the government to respond to a complaint demanding lower courts stop allowing forced conversion and marriage of minority girls in the predominantly Muslim country. The decision could make way for the country to adopt laws that would protect young girls, says a new report.
Around the World
US Embassy in Haiti says Americans should leave island ‘as soon as possible’
The U.S. Embassy in Haiti advised all U.S. citizens in the island nation to leave the country "as soon as possible" due to the region's deteriorating security situation.
70 Killed As Fire Hits Johannesburg Migrants Building
More than 70 people have died and scores were injured after a fire in an apartment block in South Africa's city of Johannesburg, mainly used by migrants, officials confirmed Thursday.
Canada issues travel advisory for LGBTQ Canadians traveling to US
Canada on Tuesday updated its travel advisory for Canadians visiting the United States by adding a section advising LGBTQ travelers that some American states have implemented laws that may present them with “barriers” and “risks,” the Canada Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) reports.
‘Ukraine Ready To Improve Hungarian Rights’
Hungary’s president said Tuesday that Ukraine’s leader is ready to restore language and administrative rights to ethnic Hungarians, many of whom fight and die in the Ukrainian army.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
New Findings Confirm Ancient Israelite Worship of ‘Yahweh’
Test results on a small lead amulet found in an archeological project linked to Joshua’s Altar on Mount Ebal, named after the Biblical leader has confirmed that it contains the oldest known proto-Hebraic inscription of the divine name “Yahweh” (in Hebrew יְהוָה ), sources tell Worthy News.
Iran is prompting Hezbollah to attack Israel, Defense Minister Gallant say
Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has warned United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres that Iran is encouraging Hezbollah, its proxy in Lebanon, to attack Israel’s northern border, CBN News reports. Iran’s Islamic fundamentalist regime and the Hezbollah Lebanese terrorist organization are political and military allies, and sworn enemies of Israel.
Iran threatens Israel with “retaliation” following airstrike on Syrian airport
Iran’s Foreign Minister has threatened Israel with retaliation following an airstrike Monday on Syria’s international airport in Aleppo, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. The Iranian Islamic fundamentalist regime has been a staunch ally of Syrian President Bashar Assad since civil war broke out in Syria in 2011.
Inside the United States
Report: Pentagon’s medical intel arm uncovered evidence suggesting COVID-19’s lab origins
Scientists at the Pentagon’s premier medical intelligence unit uncovered evidence during the COVID-19 pandemic suggesting that the outbreak of the disease was caused by a virus engineered at a now-infamous Chinese laboratory in Wuhan.
McConnell Cleared After Second Health Scare, Renews Calls for ‘Term Limits’ for Lawmakers
There are renewed concerns for some of America's most experienced political leaders after Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) experienced another health scare.
CA Mom Settles for $100K in ‘Landmark Victory’ Alleging School ‘Socially Transitioned’ Daughter
A California school district has settled a lawsuit for $100,000 with a mother who alleged her daughter was socially transitioned to a new "gender identity" by school staff without informing or getting her permission.
Hurricane Idalia insurance claims estimated to cost Florida insurers $9.36B after historic landfall
Insurance claims in Flordia stemming from Hurricane Idalia, which made historic landfall over the state’s Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm, are expected to cost billions of dollars, Reuters reports.
Christian News
Pakistan Churches Face Islamic Graffiti Attacks
Christians in several parts of Pakistan faced a new dilemma Thursday after their churches were painted with pro-Islam slogans by suspected Muslim militants, according to footage obtained by Worthy News.
Nigeria: Christians murdered, abducted in Kaduna state
Christians in Nigeria’s Kaduna state continue to face extremely violent persecution as Islamic terrorists murdered a Christian woman on August 9, shot a Baptist pastor dead on August 23, and kidnapped two Anglican brothers on August 25, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Nigeria ranks number one in the world for the number of Christians murdered (5,014 last year) and kidnapped (4,726 last year), according to data collected by the US Open Doors International Christian advocacy organization.
US Embassy in Haiti says Americans should leave island ‘as soon as possible’
The U.S. Embassy in Haiti advised all U.S. citizens in the island nation to leave the country "as soon as possible" due to the region's deteriorating security situation.
70 Killed As Fire Hits Johannesburg Migrants Building
More than 70 people have died and scores were injured after a fire in an apartment block in South Africa's city of Johannesburg, mainly used by migrants, officials confirmed Thursday.
Canada issues travel advisory for LGBTQ Canadians traveling to US
Canada on Tuesday updated its travel advisory for Canadians visiting the United States by adding a section advising LGBTQ travelers that some American states have implemented laws that may present them with “barriers” and “risks,” the Canada Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) reports.
‘Ukraine Ready To Improve Hungarian Rights’
Hungary’s president said Tuesday that Ukraine’s leader is ready to restore language and administrative rights to ethnic Hungarians, many of whom fight and die in the Ukrainian army.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
New Findings Confirm Ancient Israelite Worship of ‘Yahweh’
Test results on a small lead amulet found in an archeological project linked to Joshua’s Altar on Mount Ebal, named after the Biblical leader has confirmed that it contains the oldest known proto-Hebraic inscription of the divine name “Yahweh” (in Hebrew יְהוָה ), sources tell Worthy News.
Iran is prompting Hezbollah to attack Israel, Defense Minister Gallant say
Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has warned United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres that Iran is encouraging Hezbollah, its proxy in Lebanon, to attack Israel’s northern border, CBN News reports. Iran’s Islamic fundamentalist regime and the Hezbollah Lebanese terrorist organization are political and military allies, and sworn enemies of Israel.
Iran threatens Israel with “retaliation” following airstrike on Syrian airport
Iran’s Foreign Minister has threatened Israel with retaliation following an airstrike Monday on Syria’s international airport in Aleppo, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. The Iranian Islamic fundamentalist regime has been a staunch ally of Syrian President Bashar Assad since civil war broke out in Syria in 2011.
Inside the United States
Report: Pentagon’s medical intel arm uncovered evidence suggesting COVID-19’s lab origins
Scientists at the Pentagon’s premier medical intelligence unit uncovered evidence during the COVID-19 pandemic suggesting that the outbreak of the disease was caused by a virus engineered at a now-infamous Chinese laboratory in Wuhan.
McConnell Cleared After Second Health Scare, Renews Calls for ‘Term Limits’ for Lawmakers
There are renewed concerns for some of America's most experienced political leaders after Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) experienced another health scare.
CA Mom Settles for $100K in ‘Landmark Victory’ Alleging School ‘Socially Transitioned’ Daughter
A California school district has settled a lawsuit for $100,000 with a mother who alleged her daughter was socially transitioned to a new "gender identity" by school staff without informing or getting her permission.
Hurricane Idalia insurance claims estimated to cost Florida insurers $9.36B after historic landfall
Insurance claims in Flordia stemming from Hurricane Idalia, which made historic landfall over the state’s Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm, are expected to cost billions of dollars, Reuters reports.
Christian News
Pakistan Churches Face Islamic Graffiti Attacks
Christians in several parts of Pakistan faced a new dilemma Thursday after their churches were painted with pro-Islam slogans by suspected Muslim militants, according to footage obtained by Worthy News.
Nigeria: Christians murdered, abducted in Kaduna state
Christians in Nigeria’s Kaduna state continue to face extremely violent persecution as Islamic terrorists murdered a Christian woman on August 9, shot a Baptist pastor dead on August 23, and kidnapped two Anglican brothers on August 25, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Nigeria ranks number one in the world for the number of Christians murdered (5,014 last year) and kidnapped (4,726 last year), according to data collected by the US Open Doors International Christian advocacy organization.