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Around the World
Russia Accuses West Of Seeking War
Russia's President Vladimir Putin says the United States and its Western are trying to draw his nation into war in Ukraine while ignoring Moscow’s main security demands.
England to revoke vaccine mandates for health and home care workers
England is set to revoke COVID-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare and home care workers on the condition of consultation and parliamentary approval.
U.S. military fired missiles during Yemen Houthi attack on UAE
The U.S. military launched interceptor missiles during an attack by Yemen‘s Houthi rebels that targeted the United Arab Emirates during a visit by Israel’s president, the second-such time American troops have opened fire, officials said.
Lockdowns only reduced COVID-19 mortality by .2%, study finds: ‘Lockdowns should be rejected out of hand’
Lockdowns during the first COVID-19 wave in the spring of 2020 only reduced COVID-19 mortality by .2% in the U.S. and Europe, according to a Johns Hopkins University meta-analysis of several studies.
Conflict with Russia would mean full scale war in Europe, Zelenskiy says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that a military conflict with Russia would not just involve Ukraine but lead to a full scale war in Europe.
Iran Weeks Away From Having Fuel To Power Atomic Bomb, State Department Warns
Iran is weeks away from having the fuel needed to power an atomic weapon, according to the State Department, which says that negotiations over a revamped nuclear deal will conclude in the coming weeks—even if the parties fail to reach a deal.
Leaked Memo Reveals Biden Administration’s Last Minute Scramble On Afghanistan Withdrawal
Newly leaked notes made during a White House Situation Room meeting as Taliban fighters gathered outside of Kabul, Afghanistan highlight the Biden administration’s lack of preparedness to deal with the ensuing evacuations.
Bitter Exchanges Over Ukraine At UN
In exchanges resembling the Cold War, Russian and American diplomats were engaged in fierce verbal battles over Moscow’s estimated 127,000 troops near Ukraine.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Air Force drilled ‘massive attack on Iran’ in presence of US officer – report
A US official attended a classified Israel Air Force drill simulating a “massive attack” on Iran’s nuclear program that was held two weeks ago, according to a Tuesday report.
Laser-based defense array to be deployed within year, Bennett says, speeding rollout
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said Tuesday evening that Israel would deploy a laser air defense system to protect against rockets and UAVs within the year.
Inside the United States
National debt passes $30 trillion for the first time in U.S. history
The U.S. national debt passed $30 trillion for the first time in U.S. history on Tuesday, according to Treasury Department data.
Near record number of Americans left their jobs in December
Nearly 4.3 million people in the U.S. quit or changed jobs in December, slightly less than a record 4.5 million in the previous month.
Trump raised $51 million in last half of 2021, enters new year with $122 million
Former President Trump's political operation raised over $51 million in the second half of 2021, according to new federal filings.
‘We Have Your Back,’ Biden Admin. Tells Abortion Clinics while Launching Task Force
The Biden administration has launched a “reproductive healthcare” task force with the goal of advancing abortion rights across the nation and is telling abortion doctors and abortion clinics, “We have your back.”
Christian News
Liberia: Twenty-nine killed in stampede at Christian worship event
Twenty-nine worshippers were killed in a stampede at an all-night Christian worship event in Liberia last month, after a violent street gang attacked organizers on the stage while an offering was being collected, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
UK: Christian therapist threatens to sue peers over their opposition to conversion therapy
A Christian therapist in the UK has threatened to sue a number of British counseling and psychotherapy bodies for their endorsement of the 2017 Memorandum of Understanding that opposes “conversion therapy” and would deny therapy to people seeking help for unwanted same-sex attraction, Christian Today (CT) reports.
Iran To Review Jail Sentences Of Christians
Iranian Christians say they “are thankful” that Christian convert Naser Navard Goltapeh’s jail the sentence “will be reviewed” by Iran’s Supreme Court after years of prayers and campaigns, Worthy News learned Monday.
Nigeria Frees Pro-Christian Journalist On Bail
Rights activists have welcomed a decision by Nigerian authorities to release on bail a jailed journalist who publicly condemned the government's perceived lack of response to the massive killings of Christians.
Russia Accuses West Of Seeking War
Russia's President Vladimir Putin says the United States and its Western are trying to draw his nation into war in Ukraine while ignoring Moscow’s main security demands.
England to revoke vaccine mandates for health and home care workers
England is set to revoke COVID-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare and home care workers on the condition of consultation and parliamentary approval.
U.S. military fired missiles during Yemen Houthi attack on UAE
The U.S. military launched interceptor missiles during an attack by Yemen‘s Houthi rebels that targeted the United Arab Emirates during a visit by Israel’s president, the second-such time American troops have opened fire, officials said.
Lockdowns only reduced COVID-19 mortality by .2%, study finds: ‘Lockdowns should be rejected out of hand’
Lockdowns during the first COVID-19 wave in the spring of 2020 only reduced COVID-19 mortality by .2% in the U.S. and Europe, according to a Johns Hopkins University meta-analysis of several studies.
Conflict with Russia would mean full scale war in Europe, Zelenskiy says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that a military conflict with Russia would not just involve Ukraine but lead to a full scale war in Europe.
Iran Weeks Away From Having Fuel To Power Atomic Bomb, State Department Warns
Iran is weeks away from having the fuel needed to power an atomic weapon, according to the State Department, which says that negotiations over a revamped nuclear deal will conclude in the coming weeks—even if the parties fail to reach a deal.
Leaked Memo Reveals Biden Administration’s Last Minute Scramble On Afghanistan Withdrawal
Newly leaked notes made during a White House Situation Room meeting as Taliban fighters gathered outside of Kabul, Afghanistan highlight the Biden administration’s lack of preparedness to deal with the ensuing evacuations.
Bitter Exchanges Over Ukraine At UN
In exchanges resembling the Cold War, Russian and American diplomats were engaged in fierce verbal battles over Moscow’s estimated 127,000 troops near Ukraine.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Air Force drilled ‘massive attack on Iran’ in presence of US officer – report
A US official attended a classified Israel Air Force drill simulating a “massive attack” on Iran’s nuclear program that was held two weeks ago, according to a Tuesday report.
Laser-based defense array to be deployed within year, Bennett says, speeding rollout
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said Tuesday evening that Israel would deploy a laser air defense system to protect against rockets and UAVs within the year.
Inside the United States
National debt passes $30 trillion for the first time in U.S. history
The U.S. national debt passed $30 trillion for the first time in U.S. history on Tuesday, according to Treasury Department data.
Near record number of Americans left their jobs in December
Nearly 4.3 million people in the U.S. quit or changed jobs in December, slightly less than a record 4.5 million in the previous month.
Trump raised $51 million in last half of 2021, enters new year with $122 million
Former President Trump's political operation raised over $51 million in the second half of 2021, according to new federal filings.
‘We Have Your Back,’ Biden Admin. Tells Abortion Clinics while Launching Task Force
The Biden administration has launched a “reproductive healthcare” task force with the goal of advancing abortion rights across the nation and is telling abortion doctors and abortion clinics, “We have your back.”
Christian News
Liberia: Twenty-nine killed in stampede at Christian worship event
Twenty-nine worshippers were killed in a stampede at an all-night Christian worship event in Liberia last month, after a violent street gang attacked organizers on the stage while an offering was being collected, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
UK: Christian therapist threatens to sue peers over their opposition to conversion therapy
A Christian therapist in the UK has threatened to sue a number of British counseling and psychotherapy bodies for their endorsement of the 2017 Memorandum of Understanding that opposes “conversion therapy” and would deny therapy to people seeking help for unwanted same-sex attraction, Christian Today (CT) reports.
Iran To Review Jail Sentences Of Christians
Iranian Christians say they “are thankful” that Christian convert Naser Navard Goltapeh’s jail the sentence “will be reviewed” by Iran’s Supreme Court after years of prayers and campaigns, Worthy News learned Monday.
Nigeria Frees Pro-Christian Journalist On Bail
Rights activists have welcomed a decision by Nigerian authorities to release on bail a jailed journalist who publicly condemned the government's perceived lack of response to the massive killings of Christians.
Around the World
Kenya’s ‘Most Wanted Terrorist’ Detained In DRC
Rashid Mohamed Salim, one of Kenya’s most wanted suspected terrorists, was cornered and captured by local youths over the weekend in a village in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), several sources confirmed.
Britain Warns Of Russian Invasion Despite Kyiv Concerns
Britain has joined the United States in saying there is a "real threat" of Russia invading Ukraine, despite Kyiv urging the West to avoid panic.
Canada ‘Freedom Convoy’ appears peaceful and respectful despite Trudeau claim of ‘hateful rhetoric’
Images from Canada’s "Freedom Convoy" rally to protest COVID-19 restrictions over the weekend show an energetic but peaceful rally – despite Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s claim that the protesters are "a small fringe minority" expressing "hateful rhetoric" and "violence toward fellow citizens."
U.S. rotates troops to NATO battle group, equipment in Poland as Russia masses on Ukraine’s border
As Russia continues to threaten Ukraine with troops along the border, the U.S. military on Sunday sent fresh troops to a NATO battle group based in neighboring Poland made up of troops from Croatia, Romania and the United Kingdom.
Russia, U.S. square off at U.N. Security Council over Ukraine
The United States and Russia squared off Monday in the U.N. Security Council, where Moscow lost an attempt to block a public meeting on Moscow’s troop buildup near Ukraine‘s borders and Western fears of an invasion.
Iran shifts centrifuge work away from site allegedly struck by Israel — UN watchdog
Iran has informed the International Atomic Energy Agency it has stopped production at one of its nuclear facilities attacked last June and transferred work to another site, the watchdog said Monday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
US committed to two-state solution, Blinken tells Abbas
The United States is committed to a two-state resolution to the conflict, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.
Israel to join massive US-led naval exercise in Red Sea for first time
The Israeli Navy will take part in a massive American-led naval exercise, which kicked off on Monday, alongside dozens of other nations, including some with which Israel does not have formal ties.
Inside the United States
Two more states call for convention of states to amend Constitution, as movement gains steam
Two more states, Nebraska and Wisconsin, last week joined the call for a convention of states to amend the U.S. Constitution, imparting renewed momentum to a grassroots movement advocating a never-before-used constitutional process which, supporters say, will help transfer power back from Washington, D.C., to the states and the American people.
Pennsylvania court strikes down no-excuse mail-in voting law
A Pennsylvania court struck down the commonwealth’s mail-in voting law, saying that voters must amend the state constitution in order to enact the legislation.
Christian News
Iran continues to persecute Christians, new report shows
A new report on the persecution of Christians in Iran has called on Tehran to end the criminalization of house churches and membership, and for the international community to hold the Islamic regime to account for ongoing human rights abuses against believers, Christian Today (CT) reports.
Nigeria: 11 Christians murdered in attack by Fulani militants
The slaughter of Christians by Fulani terrorists in Nigeria continues: 11 people, including a grandmother who was burned to death, were murdered in a terror attack in Kaduna state on Sunday, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Nigeria ranked number one in the world last year for the number of Christians killed for their faith (4,650 in 2021 alone).
Kenya: Christians vulnerable as al-Shabaab terror attacks continue; “the Body of Christ is hurting”
Christians in Kenya’s Lamu country report increasing vulnerability as Somali-based al-Shabaab Islamic gunmen seriously wounded several people last week, during what was the seventh terror attack in the area since the New Year, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. A predominantly Christian country, Kenya has been plagued by terror attacks since the government has sent military aid to help neighboring Somalia against the ongoing al-Shabaab insurgency there.
Uganda: Christian pastor dies from beating by Muslim relatives
A former Imam who became a Christian pastor in eastern Uganda has died from injuries he sustained during a violent attack by relatives enraged at his conversion, Christian Headlines (CH). Christianity is legal in Uganda, but believers have come under frequent attack from Muslim extremists.
Pakistan Pastor Shot And Killed; Christians Mourn
Christians in Pakistan have been plunged into mourning after a 75-year-old pastor was shot and killed in the northwestern city of Peshawar amid rising Islamic extremism in the country.
Kenya’s ‘Most Wanted Terrorist’ Detained In DRC
Rashid Mohamed Salim, one of Kenya’s most wanted suspected terrorists, was cornered and captured by local youths over the weekend in a village in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), several sources confirmed.
Britain Warns Of Russian Invasion Despite Kyiv Concerns
Britain has joined the United States in saying there is a "real threat" of Russia invading Ukraine, despite Kyiv urging the West to avoid panic.
Canada ‘Freedom Convoy’ appears peaceful and respectful despite Trudeau claim of ‘hateful rhetoric’
Images from Canada’s "Freedom Convoy" rally to protest COVID-19 restrictions over the weekend show an energetic but peaceful rally – despite Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s claim that the protesters are "a small fringe minority" expressing "hateful rhetoric" and "violence toward fellow citizens."
U.S. rotates troops to NATO battle group, equipment in Poland as Russia masses on Ukraine’s border
As Russia continues to threaten Ukraine with troops along the border, the U.S. military on Sunday sent fresh troops to a NATO battle group based in neighboring Poland made up of troops from Croatia, Romania and the United Kingdom.
Russia, U.S. square off at U.N. Security Council over Ukraine
The United States and Russia squared off Monday in the U.N. Security Council, where Moscow lost an attempt to block a public meeting on Moscow’s troop buildup near Ukraine‘s borders and Western fears of an invasion.
Iran shifts centrifuge work away from site allegedly struck by Israel — UN watchdog
Iran has informed the International Atomic Energy Agency it has stopped production at one of its nuclear facilities attacked last June and transferred work to another site, the watchdog said Monday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
US committed to two-state solution, Blinken tells Abbas
The United States is committed to a two-state resolution to the conflict, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.
Israel to join massive US-led naval exercise in Red Sea for first time
The Israeli Navy will take part in a massive American-led naval exercise, which kicked off on Monday, alongside dozens of other nations, including some with which Israel does not have formal ties.
Inside the United States
Two more states call for convention of states to amend Constitution, as movement gains steam
Two more states, Nebraska and Wisconsin, last week joined the call for a convention of states to amend the U.S. Constitution, imparting renewed momentum to a grassroots movement advocating a never-before-used constitutional process which, supporters say, will help transfer power back from Washington, D.C., to the states and the American people.
Pennsylvania court strikes down no-excuse mail-in voting law
A Pennsylvania court struck down the commonwealth’s mail-in voting law, saying that voters must amend the state constitution in order to enact the legislation.
Christian News
Iran continues to persecute Christians, new report shows
A new report on the persecution of Christians in Iran has called on Tehran to end the criminalization of house churches and membership, and for the international community to hold the Islamic regime to account for ongoing human rights abuses against believers, Christian Today (CT) reports.
Nigeria: 11 Christians murdered in attack by Fulani militants
The slaughter of Christians by Fulani terrorists in Nigeria continues: 11 people, including a grandmother who was burned to death, were murdered in a terror attack in Kaduna state on Sunday, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Nigeria ranked number one in the world last year for the number of Christians killed for their faith (4,650 in 2021 alone).
Kenya: Christians vulnerable as al-Shabaab terror attacks continue; “the Body of Christ is hurting”
Christians in Kenya’s Lamu country report increasing vulnerability as Somali-based al-Shabaab Islamic gunmen seriously wounded several people last week, during what was the seventh terror attack in the area since the New Year, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. A predominantly Christian country, Kenya has been plagued by terror attacks since the government has sent military aid to help neighboring Somalia against the ongoing al-Shabaab insurgency there.
Uganda: Christian pastor dies from beating by Muslim relatives
A former Imam who became a Christian pastor in eastern Uganda has died from injuries he sustained during a violent attack by relatives enraged at his conversion, Christian Headlines (CH). Christianity is legal in Uganda, but believers have come under frequent attack from Muslim extremists.
Pakistan Pastor Shot And Killed; Christians Mourn
Christians in Pakistan have been plunged into mourning after a 75-year-old pastor was shot and killed in the northwestern city of Peshawar amid rising Islamic extremism in the country.
Around the World
Canada’s PM Moved From Home Amid Protest Against COVID Restrictions
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and family members were moved from their Ottawa home to a secret location in the capital after thousands protesting COVID-19 vaccine mandates and other restrictions marched near Parliament, several sources said.
US Warns Russia Ready For Military Action Against Ukraine
The United States says Russia has enough forces near Ukraine to carry out a range of military options, including actions short of a full-scale invasion. Washington's warning comes as Moscow made clear that the West rejected its security demands to de-escalate the crisis.
U.S., Russia set to clash on Ukraine at U.N. Security Council meeting
U.S. officials will press Russia on its massive military buildup near Ukraine at the United Nations Security Council meeting next week, a Biden administration official said Friday.
North Korea carries out longest-range missile test since 2017
North Korea carried out its boldest ballistic missile test so far in an apparent attempt to ramp up pressure on President Joe Biden.
‘We Welcome the Life We Knew Before’ the Pandemic: Denmark Ends Most Virus Restrictions
Denmark’s government said Wednesday it will scrap most pandemic restrictions next week, even as neighboring Sweden extended its own measures for another fortnight.
Putin and Macron agree on need for ‘de-escalation’ in Ukraine, France says
French President Emmanuel Macron and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin agreed on the need for a “de-escalation” in the Ukraine crisis during a call on Friday, with the Russian leader saying he had “no offensive plans,” an aide to Macron said.
As window closes on reviving Iran deal, door opens on military options
The latest round of talks to save the Iran nuclear deal have neared a final stage, diplomats said, after weeks of intense diplomacy in Vienna.
Calls For Justice 50 Years Bloody Sunday (Worthy News In-Depth)
Relatives marched in Northern Ireland on Sunday to mark the 50th anniversary of Bloody Sunday when their loved ones were killed.
Poland Building Migration Wall Near Belarus
Poland has begun constructing a wall along its border with Belarus to stop migrants from entering the European Union country as concerns rise over a new refugee crisis in the region.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli airstrikes said to to hit targets near Damascus
Israeli jets carried out airstrikes against targets near the Syrian capital of Damascus early Monday morning, Syrian state TV reported.
As Herzog visits, UAE intercepts ballistic missile fired by Yemen’s Houthis
The United Arab Emirates on Sunday announced it shot down a ballistic missile fired toward the Gulf state, as Israel’s President Isaac Herzog was making a historic visit to Abu Dhabi.
Inside the United States
Powerful nor’easter slams East Coast, with heavy snow and strong winds
Millions of Americans are under winter weather alerts Saturday as a nor'easter slams the Northeast.
Michigan to Pay $550,000 to Settle Catholic Adoption Agency Lawsuit After Supreme Court Ruling
One of the oldest Catholic adoption and foster care agencies in Michigan settled its almost three-year legal battle against the state this week, allowing the agency to obey its religious beliefs against placing children in single-parent or LGBT homes.
Christian News
Nigeria Islamic Herdsmen Kill 22 Christians
Suspected Fulani herdsmen who seek to take over farmland and impose Islam have killed as many as 22 Christians in central Nigeria, Christian sources said Friday.
Canada’s PM Moved From Home Amid Protest Against COVID Restrictions
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and family members were moved from their Ottawa home to a secret location in the capital after thousands protesting COVID-19 vaccine mandates and other restrictions marched near Parliament, several sources said.
US Warns Russia Ready For Military Action Against Ukraine
The United States says Russia has enough forces near Ukraine to carry out a range of military options, including actions short of a full-scale invasion. Washington's warning comes as Moscow made clear that the West rejected its security demands to de-escalate the crisis.
U.S., Russia set to clash on Ukraine at U.N. Security Council meeting
U.S. officials will press Russia on its massive military buildup near Ukraine at the United Nations Security Council meeting next week, a Biden administration official said Friday.
North Korea carries out longest-range missile test since 2017
North Korea carried out its boldest ballistic missile test so far in an apparent attempt to ramp up pressure on President Joe Biden.
‘We Welcome the Life We Knew Before’ the Pandemic: Denmark Ends Most Virus Restrictions
Denmark’s government said Wednesday it will scrap most pandemic restrictions next week, even as neighboring Sweden extended its own measures for another fortnight.
Putin and Macron agree on need for ‘de-escalation’ in Ukraine, France says
French President Emmanuel Macron and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin agreed on the need for a “de-escalation” in the Ukraine crisis during a call on Friday, with the Russian leader saying he had “no offensive plans,” an aide to Macron said.
As window closes on reviving Iran deal, door opens on military options
The latest round of talks to save the Iran nuclear deal have neared a final stage, diplomats said, after weeks of intense diplomacy in Vienna.
Calls For Justice 50 Years Bloody Sunday (Worthy News In-Depth)
Relatives marched in Northern Ireland on Sunday to mark the 50th anniversary of Bloody Sunday when their loved ones were killed.
Poland Building Migration Wall Near Belarus
Poland has begun constructing a wall along its border with Belarus to stop migrants from entering the European Union country as concerns rise over a new refugee crisis in the region.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli airstrikes said to to hit targets near Damascus
Israeli jets carried out airstrikes against targets near the Syrian capital of Damascus early Monday morning, Syrian state TV reported.
As Herzog visits, UAE intercepts ballistic missile fired by Yemen’s Houthis
The United Arab Emirates on Sunday announced it shot down a ballistic missile fired toward the Gulf state, as Israel’s President Isaac Herzog was making a historic visit to Abu Dhabi.
Inside the United States
Powerful nor’easter slams East Coast, with heavy snow and strong winds
Millions of Americans are under winter weather alerts Saturday as a nor'easter slams the Northeast.
Michigan to Pay $550,000 to Settle Catholic Adoption Agency Lawsuit After Supreme Court Ruling
One of the oldest Catholic adoption and foster care agencies in Michigan settled its almost three-year legal battle against the state this week, allowing the agency to obey its religious beliefs against placing children in single-parent or LGBT homes.
Christian News
Nigeria Islamic Herdsmen Kill 22 Christians
Suspected Fulani herdsmen who seek to take over farmland and impose Islam have killed as many as 22 Christians in central Nigeria, Christian sources said Friday.