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Around the World
Trump Weighs Iran Strike as USS Gerald Ford Arrives in Mediterranean; Putin Calls for Ceasefire Amid Escalating Israel-Iran War
U.S. President Donald Trump has authorized plans for potential military strikes against Iran but is holding off on giving the final order as he awaits Tehran's decision on its nuclear program, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. Three sources familiar with the discussions said Trump approved operational plans after a briefing by Gen. Michael Kurilla, commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), during a high-level meeting earlier this week.
U.S. Deploys USS Gerald R. Ford to Mediterranean, Marking Rare Triple-Carrier Presence Near Iran Amid Escalating Tensions
The U.S. Navy is dispatching its most advanced aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Mediterranean Sea as part of a significant military buildup near Iran. The deployment, reported Wednesday by CNN, underscores Washington’s heightened alert posture as the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies.
UK Lawmakers Vote to Decriminalize Abortion Up to Birth, Sparking Outcry Over Removal of Protections for Unborn Children
British lawmakers on Tuesday approved one of the most radical changes to abortion law in the nation’s history, voting to decriminalize abortion at any stage of pregnancy.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Khamenei Vows Iran ‘Will Never Surrender’ as Israel Pounds Tehran
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday vowed that his nation "will never surrender," defiantly rejecting President Donald Trump's call for Iran's "unconditional surrender" as Israeli airstrikes pummeled targets across Iran for a sixth consecutive day.
Israel Vows to Achieve Goals Against Iran Within Two Weeks as Strikes Intensify
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced Tuesday that its campaign against Iran's nuclear program and ballistic missile capabilities is on track to achieve its objectives within a week or two. The military's estimate came as Israeli fighter jets and drones carried out a fresh wave of airstrikes, targeting Iranian ballistic missile launchers, air defense systems, and radar sites across western and central Iran.
Khamenei Declares ‘The Battle Begins’ as Trump Weighs U.S. Strikes Amid Escalating Israel-Iran War
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued chilling threats Tuesday night, declaring "the battle begins" and vowing no mercy for Israel, as U.S. President Donald Trump considered launching American strikes on Iranian targets.
Inside the United States
‘Doomsday Plane’ Lands Near D.C. After Mysterious Flight Amid Middle East Tensions
A U.S. Air Force E-4B “Nightwatch” aircraft — known as the “Doomsday Plane” for its role as an airborne command center in the event of nuclear war — landed at Joint Base Andrews late Tuesday night following an unusual and closely tracked flight from Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana.
Federal Appeals Court Signals Support for Trump’s National Guard Deployment in Los Angeles
A federal appeals court appeared poised Tuesday to uphold President Donald Trump's decision to deploy thousands of National Guard troops to Los Angeles to restore order after violent protests, casting doubt on California's legal challenge to the move.
Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee Law Protecting Children from Transgender Medical Interventions
In a landmark victory for parents, conservatives, and advocates of child safety, the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld Tennessee's law banning transgender drugs, hormones, and surgeries for minors. The 6-3 decision in United States v. Skrmetti delivers a powerful affirmation of states' rights to safeguard children from irreversible medical harm.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Passport Gender Policy, Expands Protections Nationwide
A federal judge in Boston has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to restrict U.S. passport gender markers to biological sex, issuing a sweeping preliminary injunction on Tuesday that applies nationwide.
Christian News
Kidnapped Christian Might Be Killed In Nigeria; Prayers Urged
A Nigerian Christian farmer and evangelist fears Muslim kidnappers have killed his Christian neighbor after he was abducted in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, late Friday.
Worthy Insights
Erdogan’s delusional comparison: Netanyahu has ‘surpassed Hitler’
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, notorious for his inflammatory comparisons between Israel and Nazi Germany, escalated his rhetoric to shocking new levels Wednesday by declaring that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has "surpassed Hitler."
Trump Weighs Iran Strike as USS Gerald Ford Arrives in Mediterranean; Putin Calls for Ceasefire Amid Escalating Israel-Iran War
U.S. President Donald Trump has authorized plans for potential military strikes against Iran but is holding off on giving the final order as he awaits Tehran's decision on its nuclear program, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. Three sources familiar with the discussions said Trump approved operational plans after a briefing by Gen. Michael Kurilla, commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), during a high-level meeting earlier this week.
U.S. Deploys USS Gerald R. Ford to Mediterranean, Marking Rare Triple-Carrier Presence Near Iran Amid Escalating Tensions
The U.S. Navy is dispatching its most advanced aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Mediterranean Sea as part of a significant military buildup near Iran. The deployment, reported Wednesday by CNN, underscores Washington’s heightened alert posture as the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies.
UK Lawmakers Vote to Decriminalize Abortion Up to Birth, Sparking Outcry Over Removal of Protections for Unborn Children
British lawmakers on Tuesday approved one of the most radical changes to abortion law in the nation’s history, voting to decriminalize abortion at any stage of pregnancy.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Khamenei Vows Iran ‘Will Never Surrender’ as Israel Pounds Tehran
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday vowed that his nation "will never surrender," defiantly rejecting President Donald Trump's call for Iran's "unconditional surrender" as Israeli airstrikes pummeled targets across Iran for a sixth consecutive day.
Israel Vows to Achieve Goals Against Iran Within Two Weeks as Strikes Intensify
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced Tuesday that its campaign against Iran's nuclear program and ballistic missile capabilities is on track to achieve its objectives within a week or two. The military's estimate came as Israeli fighter jets and drones carried out a fresh wave of airstrikes, targeting Iranian ballistic missile launchers, air defense systems, and radar sites across western and central Iran.
Khamenei Declares ‘The Battle Begins’ as Trump Weighs U.S. Strikes Amid Escalating Israel-Iran War
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued chilling threats Tuesday night, declaring "the battle begins" and vowing no mercy for Israel, as U.S. President Donald Trump considered launching American strikes on Iranian targets.
Inside the United States
‘Doomsday Plane’ Lands Near D.C. After Mysterious Flight Amid Middle East Tensions
A U.S. Air Force E-4B “Nightwatch” aircraft — known as the “Doomsday Plane” for its role as an airborne command center in the event of nuclear war — landed at Joint Base Andrews late Tuesday night following an unusual and closely tracked flight from Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana.
Federal Appeals Court Signals Support for Trump’s National Guard Deployment in Los Angeles
A federal appeals court appeared poised Tuesday to uphold President Donald Trump's decision to deploy thousands of National Guard troops to Los Angeles to restore order after violent protests, casting doubt on California's legal challenge to the move.
Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee Law Protecting Children from Transgender Medical Interventions
In a landmark victory for parents, conservatives, and advocates of child safety, the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld Tennessee's law banning transgender drugs, hormones, and surgeries for minors. The 6-3 decision in United States v. Skrmetti delivers a powerful affirmation of states' rights to safeguard children from irreversible medical harm.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Passport Gender Policy, Expands Protections Nationwide
A federal judge in Boston has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to restrict U.S. passport gender markers to biological sex, issuing a sweeping preliminary injunction on Tuesday that applies nationwide.
Christian News
Kidnapped Christian Might Be Killed In Nigeria; Prayers Urged
A Nigerian Christian farmer and evangelist fears Muslim kidnappers have killed his Christian neighbor after he was abducted in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, late Friday.
Worthy Insights
Erdogan’s delusional comparison: Netanyahu has ‘surpassed Hitler’
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, notorious for his inflammatory comparisons between Israel and Nazi Germany, escalated his rhetoric to shocking new levels Wednesday by declaring that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has "surpassed Hitler."
Around the World
Trump Says Iran’s Supreme Leader Should Surrender
U.S. President Donald J. Trump urged Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to surrender, saying the United States knows where he is hiding and suggested he may be killed one day.
Trump Rejects Ceasefire, Demands Iran Abandon Nuclear Program as Tensions Soar
U.S. President Donald Trump made clear Monday night that he is not seeking a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, but rather a permanent end to Iran's nuclear ambitions. Speaking as he departed the G7 summit in Canada, Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that he wants a "real end" to the nuclear issue -- with Iran "giving up entirely" on its nuclear program.
Trump and Starmer Finalize Landmark UK-US Trade Deal at G7 Summit
President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced Monday the finalization of a major UK-US trade agreement, sealing a deal that both leaders hailed as a "win" for jobs, income, and transatlantic relations.
G7 Defends Israeli Actions As MidEast Leaders Call For Nukes-Free Region
U.S. President Donald J. Trump reluctantly signed a statement by Group of Seven (G7) allies affirming Israel's "right to defend itself” but also calling for “restraint, de-escalation and diplomacy” between Israel and Iran.
Trump, Rubio Leave G7 Early Amid Iran-Israel Crisis
U.S. President Donald J. Trump told reporters during a photo shoot of the Group of Seven (G7) leaders in Alberta, Canada that he and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will be leaving the G7 summit early after he urged Iranian civilians to "immediately evacuate” the Iranian capital Tehran.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Shares Huckabee’s Message of Faith: “This Moment Sought You” as God Guides Decisions on Israel
President Donald Trump on Tuesday shared a powerful message from U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, underscoring the belief that God's hand is guiding America's leadership during this critical moment in the Middle East.
Israel Plans to Counter Fallout Risk as Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Sites Continue
In the midst of ongoing military operations across Iran, an Israeli official has confirmed that the country is actively preparing to mitigate potential contamination resulting from strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, including the heavily fortified Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant.
Israel’s Strikes Leave Iran’s Natanz Centrifuges ‘Severely Damaged or Destroyed,’ IAEA Chief Confirms
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, confirmed on Monday that Israel’s recent airstrikes on Iran have likely inflicted catastrophic damage on the country’s uranium enrichment capabilities, delivering a major setback to Tehran’s nuclear program.
Explosions Seen Across Tehran after Trump Warns Iranians to Evacuate; Israel’s Haifa Refinery Hit
Massive explosions were seen across Tehran after U.S. President Donald J. Trump urged citizens to evacuate the Iranian capital, while Israel suffered deadly Iranian strikes, including on its northern city of Haifa and oil refinery facilities in the area.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Vacates New York Ruling Forcing Catholic Diocese to Cover Abortions
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned a New York state court ruling that required the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany to provide abortion coverage in its employee health plan, sending the case back to the New York Court of Appeals for reconsideration. The decision marks a significant development in a years-long legal battle over religious freedom and state health mandates.
Operation Soteria Shield: 109 Children Rescued, 244 Arrested in Texas
North Texas law enforcement agencies, in partnership with the FBI, announced Tuesday the results of Operation Soteria Shield—a sweeping month-long initiative that rescued 109 children from online sexual exploitation and resulted in 244 arrests, including 21 registered sex offenders.
FBI Director Kash Patel Declassifies Alleged CCP Election Plot Documents, Hands Docs Over to Congress
FBI Director Kash Patel on Monday evening turned over to Congress newly declassified intelligence reports detailing allegations that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) sought to interfere in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. The allegations include claims that China mass-produced fake U.S. driver’s licenses to facilitate fraudulent mail-in ballots for Democrat Joe Biden.
Christian News
US Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart In Critical Condition (Worthy News In-Depth)
Jimmy Swaggart, the U.S. evangelist who is believed to have preached the Gospel of Jesus Christ on television longer than any other American in history, remained in critical condition Tuesday after suffering a heart attack, family members said.
Worthy Insights
Ex-LGBT Christians gather at Calif. state Capitol to protest gov’t censorship, offer hope
A group of Christians who have repented of homosexual or transgender behavior gathered at the California state Capitol in Sacramento last Thursday to speak out against cultural and government resistance toward those who desire to leave the LBGT lifestyle.
Trump Says Iran’s Supreme Leader Should Surrender
U.S. President Donald J. Trump urged Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to surrender, saying the United States knows where he is hiding and suggested he may be killed one day.
Trump Rejects Ceasefire, Demands Iran Abandon Nuclear Program as Tensions Soar
U.S. President Donald Trump made clear Monday night that he is not seeking a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, but rather a permanent end to Iran's nuclear ambitions. Speaking as he departed the G7 summit in Canada, Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that he wants a "real end" to the nuclear issue -- with Iran "giving up entirely" on its nuclear program.
Trump and Starmer Finalize Landmark UK-US Trade Deal at G7 Summit
President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced Monday the finalization of a major UK-US trade agreement, sealing a deal that both leaders hailed as a "win" for jobs, income, and transatlantic relations.
G7 Defends Israeli Actions As MidEast Leaders Call For Nukes-Free Region
U.S. President Donald J. Trump reluctantly signed a statement by Group of Seven (G7) allies affirming Israel's "right to defend itself” but also calling for “restraint, de-escalation and diplomacy” between Israel and Iran.
Trump, Rubio Leave G7 Early Amid Iran-Israel Crisis
U.S. President Donald J. Trump told reporters during a photo shoot of the Group of Seven (G7) leaders in Alberta, Canada that he and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will be leaving the G7 summit early after he urged Iranian civilians to "immediately evacuate” the Iranian capital Tehran.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Shares Huckabee’s Message of Faith: “This Moment Sought You” as God Guides Decisions on Israel
President Donald Trump on Tuesday shared a powerful message from U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, underscoring the belief that God's hand is guiding America's leadership during this critical moment in the Middle East.
Israel Plans to Counter Fallout Risk as Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Sites Continue
In the midst of ongoing military operations across Iran, an Israeli official has confirmed that the country is actively preparing to mitigate potential contamination resulting from strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, including the heavily fortified Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant.
Israel’s Strikes Leave Iran’s Natanz Centrifuges ‘Severely Damaged or Destroyed,’ IAEA Chief Confirms
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, confirmed on Monday that Israel’s recent airstrikes on Iran have likely inflicted catastrophic damage on the country’s uranium enrichment capabilities, delivering a major setback to Tehran’s nuclear program.
Explosions Seen Across Tehran after Trump Warns Iranians to Evacuate; Israel’s Haifa Refinery Hit
Massive explosions were seen across Tehran after U.S. President Donald J. Trump urged citizens to evacuate the Iranian capital, while Israel suffered deadly Iranian strikes, including on its northern city of Haifa and oil refinery facilities in the area.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court Vacates New York Ruling Forcing Catholic Diocese to Cover Abortions
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned a New York state court ruling that required the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany to provide abortion coverage in its employee health plan, sending the case back to the New York Court of Appeals for reconsideration. The decision marks a significant development in a years-long legal battle over religious freedom and state health mandates.
Operation Soteria Shield: 109 Children Rescued, 244 Arrested in Texas
North Texas law enforcement agencies, in partnership with the FBI, announced Tuesday the results of Operation Soteria Shield—a sweeping month-long initiative that rescued 109 children from online sexual exploitation and resulted in 244 arrests, including 21 registered sex offenders.
FBI Director Kash Patel Declassifies Alleged CCP Election Plot Documents, Hands Docs Over to Congress
FBI Director Kash Patel on Monday evening turned over to Congress newly declassified intelligence reports detailing allegations that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) sought to interfere in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. The allegations include claims that China mass-produced fake U.S. driver’s licenses to facilitate fraudulent mail-in ballots for Democrat Joe Biden.
Christian News
US Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart In Critical Condition (Worthy News In-Depth)
Jimmy Swaggart, the U.S. evangelist who is believed to have preached the Gospel of Jesus Christ on television longer than any other American in history, remained in critical condition Tuesday after suffering a heart attack, family members said.
Worthy Insights
Ex-LGBT Christians gather at Calif. state Capitol to protest gov’t censorship, offer hope
A group of Christians who have repented of homosexual or transgender behavior gathered at the California state Capitol in Sacramento last Thursday to speak out against cultural and government resistance toward those who desire to leave the LBGT lifestyle.
Around the World
U.S. Sends Nimitz, Destroyers, and Refueling Fleet Toward Middle East as Israel-Iran War Intensifies
The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Nimitz, along with several Navy destroyers, and a surge of military air refueling planes are heading toward the Middle East as Washington strengthens its military posture amid the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
Apple Unveils Digital Passports for iPhone: Privacy Advocates and Prophecy Teachers Sound Caution
Apple announced at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 that iOS 26 will introduce Digital Passports in Apple Wallet, marking a significant step toward integrating official identity documentation into mobile devices. The feature, set to debut this fall, will allow users to store and present digital versions of their passports for select domestic travel and identity verification scenarios.
Mysterious Radio Waves Detected Beneath Antarctic Ice Baffle Scientists
A team of researchers operating in Antarctica has detected strange and unexplained radio signals emanating from beneath the continent's vast ice sheets, challenging current scientific understanding.
Trump Opens G7 Summit in Canada Amid Trade Tensions, Iran-Israel Crisis
President Donald Trump arrived in Alberta, Canada, on Sunday evening to kick off the Group of Seven (G7) summit, where global economic challenges, escalating trade disputes, and the intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran are set to dominate the agenda.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu: Killing Khamenei Would ‘End the Conflict,’ Not Escalate It
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told ABC News that assassinating Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would not intensify the conflict between Israel and Iran, but would instead bring it to an end.
Israel’s Death Toll Rises To 25, Hundreds Injured in Iran Strikes
Iranian missiles triggered sirens across northern Israel on Monday after the death toll of previous strikes launched by Tehran and its Houthi allies in Yemen rose to at least 25, with hundreds injured, officials said.
Israel Bombs Iranian State TV During Live Broadcast After Unprecedented Evacuation Warning in Tehran (Video)
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) struck the headquarters of Iran's state-affiliated broadcaster, Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), during a live transmission Monday afternoon, following an unprecedented evacuation warning issued to residents of northern Tehran. The attack marked a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran.
Israel Declares Air Superiority Over Tehran, Eliminates Senior Iranian Intelligence Chiefs
The Israeli military announced Monday that it has achieved air superiority over Tehran, following a series of precision airstrikes that killed four of Iran’s top intelligence officials and crippled much of the regime’s missile-launching capability. The strikes are part of Operation Rising Lion, Israel’s large-scale campaign launched last Thursday in response to Iran’s escalating aggression
Netanyahu: Israel’s Strikes Shatter Iran’s Regime and Ignite Call for Freedom
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday announced that Israel’s military offensive in Iran is designed not only to dismantle the Islamic Republic’s nuclear and missile threats, but also to open the door for the Iranian people to claim their freedom from what he called an “evil and oppressive regime.”
Israel’s Airstrikes Cripple Key Parts of Iran’s Nuclear Program—but Fordow Remains a Major Challenge
Israel's military campaign against Iran's nuclear infrastructure has delivered significant setbacks to Tehran's atomic ambitions, but the most fortified element of Iran's program--the Fordow facility--remains largely intact, leaving a dangerous path open for Iran's potential nuclear breakout.
Toll Climbs In Israel After Iran-Yemen Attack; Defiant Jews Sing and Pray (Video)
Scores of people remained missing and at least nine people were feared dead and 130 injured in Israel on Sunday after massive missile and drone strikes from Iran and Houthis in Yemen hit the Jewish nation.
Inside the United States
Trump’s Two-Track Immigration Strategy Sees Surge in Self-Deportations, Wage Gains
President Donald Trump's administration is seeing early success with its aggressive two-track strategy to reduce the unauthorized population in the United States -- not only through arrests and deportations but by encouraging illegal migrants to leave voluntarily.
Supreme Court to Hear Case Challenging New Jersey’s Attack on Pro-Life Pregnancy Center Donors
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to take up a critical case that could determine whether pro-life organizations have the right to protect the privacy of their donors from government overreach.
Suspect Detained In Shooting Of Minnesota Lawmakers
The governor of the U.S. state of Minnesota says the man who allegedly shot and killed Democratic state Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark has been detained.
Christian News
Indonesian Christians Fear War Over Islands
An Indonesian house church organizer hopes a territorial dispute over four small islands in western Indonesia will not lead to war.
Worthy Insights
‘They Just Walked Away’: New Poll Shows How Badly Democrats Are Losing Christian Voters of All Stripes
A recent dataset shared with TIME reveals that 75% of Christian voters have little or no trust in the Democratic Party, while 70% express little confidence in the federal government, and 61% believe life in America has become harder for people of faith over the past decade. This growing mistrust has contributed to Democrats losing this group by a two-to-one margin in the last presidential election.
U.S. Sends Nimitz, Destroyers, and Refueling Fleet Toward Middle East as Israel-Iran War Intensifies
The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Nimitz, along with several Navy destroyers, and a surge of military air refueling planes are heading toward the Middle East as Washington strengthens its military posture amid the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
Apple Unveils Digital Passports for iPhone: Privacy Advocates and Prophecy Teachers Sound Caution
Apple announced at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 that iOS 26 will introduce Digital Passports in Apple Wallet, marking a significant step toward integrating official identity documentation into mobile devices. The feature, set to debut this fall, will allow users to store and present digital versions of their passports for select domestic travel and identity verification scenarios.
Mysterious Radio Waves Detected Beneath Antarctic Ice Baffle Scientists
A team of researchers operating in Antarctica has detected strange and unexplained radio signals emanating from beneath the continent's vast ice sheets, challenging current scientific understanding.
Trump Opens G7 Summit in Canada Amid Trade Tensions, Iran-Israel Crisis
President Donald Trump arrived in Alberta, Canada, on Sunday evening to kick off the Group of Seven (G7) summit, where global economic challenges, escalating trade disputes, and the intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran are set to dominate the agenda.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu: Killing Khamenei Would ‘End the Conflict,’ Not Escalate It
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told ABC News that assassinating Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would not intensify the conflict between Israel and Iran, but would instead bring it to an end.
Israel’s Death Toll Rises To 25, Hundreds Injured in Iran Strikes
Iranian missiles triggered sirens across northern Israel on Monday after the death toll of previous strikes launched by Tehran and its Houthi allies in Yemen rose to at least 25, with hundreds injured, officials said.
Israel Bombs Iranian State TV During Live Broadcast After Unprecedented Evacuation Warning in Tehran (Video)
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) struck the headquarters of Iran's state-affiliated broadcaster, Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), during a live transmission Monday afternoon, following an unprecedented evacuation warning issued to residents of northern Tehran. The attack marked a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran.
Israel Declares Air Superiority Over Tehran, Eliminates Senior Iranian Intelligence Chiefs
The Israeli military announced Monday that it has achieved air superiority over Tehran, following a series of precision airstrikes that killed four of Iran’s top intelligence officials and crippled much of the regime’s missile-launching capability. The strikes are part of Operation Rising Lion, Israel’s large-scale campaign launched last Thursday in response to Iran’s escalating aggression
Netanyahu: Israel’s Strikes Shatter Iran’s Regime and Ignite Call for Freedom
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday announced that Israel’s military offensive in Iran is designed not only to dismantle the Islamic Republic’s nuclear and missile threats, but also to open the door for the Iranian people to claim their freedom from what he called an “evil and oppressive regime.”
Israel’s Airstrikes Cripple Key Parts of Iran’s Nuclear Program—but Fordow Remains a Major Challenge
Israel's military campaign against Iran's nuclear infrastructure has delivered significant setbacks to Tehran's atomic ambitions, but the most fortified element of Iran's program--the Fordow facility--remains largely intact, leaving a dangerous path open for Iran's potential nuclear breakout.
Toll Climbs In Israel After Iran-Yemen Attack; Defiant Jews Sing and Pray (Video)
Scores of people remained missing and at least nine people were feared dead and 130 injured in Israel on Sunday after massive missile and drone strikes from Iran and Houthis in Yemen hit the Jewish nation.
Inside the United States
Trump’s Two-Track Immigration Strategy Sees Surge in Self-Deportations, Wage Gains
President Donald Trump's administration is seeing early success with its aggressive two-track strategy to reduce the unauthorized population in the United States -- not only through arrests and deportations but by encouraging illegal migrants to leave voluntarily.
Supreme Court to Hear Case Challenging New Jersey’s Attack on Pro-Life Pregnancy Center Donors
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to take up a critical case that could determine whether pro-life organizations have the right to protect the privacy of their donors from government overreach.
Suspect Detained In Shooting Of Minnesota Lawmakers
The governor of the U.S. state of Minnesota says the man who allegedly shot and killed Democratic state Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark has been detained.
Christian News
Indonesian Christians Fear War Over Islands
An Indonesian house church organizer hopes a territorial dispute over four small islands in western Indonesia will not lead to war.
Worthy Insights
‘They Just Walked Away’: New Poll Shows How Badly Democrats Are Losing Christian Voters of All Stripes
A recent dataset shared with TIME reveals that 75% of Christian voters have little or no trust in the Democratic Party, while 70% express little confidence in the federal government, and 61% believe life in America has become harder for people of faith over the past decade. This growing mistrust has contributed to Democrats losing this group by a two-to-one margin in the last presidential election.