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Around the World
Istanbul Mayor Jailed; Wife Pledges Revenge
The anti-Hamas mayor of Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city, has been suspended and jailed ahead of a corruption trial despite tens of thousands of protesters demanding his freedom.
Pope Leaves Hospital Ahead Of Meeting King Charles
Pope Francis has appeared in public for the first time in five weeks after an extensive hospitalization and will soon meet British King Charles III, officials said.
Mass Rallies Against Turkey’s Erdogan Closely Watched In Israel (Worthy News In-Depth)
Just days after calling Israel “a terror state that feeds on blood,” Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is facing the biggest protests in a decade following the detention of his anti-Hamas political rival Ekrem Imamoglu.
London’s Heathrow Airport ‘Fully Operational’ After ‘Apocalyptic’ Fire And Power Outage
Heathrow in London is “fully operational” after an “apocalyptic” fire at a nearby electrical substation brought Europe's busiest airport to a standstill on Friday, its leadership says.
U.S. Deploys a Second Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Trump’s Stern Warning to Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered an additional aircraft carrier to the Red Sea next month, in a substantial ramp-up of U.S. military presence in the Middle East. This rare move is intended to strengthen the Navy's presence, coincides with increased airstrikes on Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels, and aligns with President Donald Trump's recent ultimatum to Iran's Supreme Leader concerning its nuclear program.
Britain, US Decline To Sign AI Accord Over ‘Global Governance’ Worries
Britain and the United States have refused to sign an international agreement on artificial intelligence (AI), citing fears that it could lead to “global governance” and the overregulation of new technology.
Indonesia Passes Controversial Military Legislation
Students and rights activists have rallied outside Indonesia’s parliament building, where legislators passed changes to a military law that protesters say will bring the Islamic nation closer to dictatorship.
EU Fails On Pledging Billions To Kyiv As Hungary Vetoes Statement
All European Union countries except Hungary signed a joint statement Thursday backing war-torn Ukraine, but they failed to agree on a 40 billion euro ($43.4 billion) military package for Kyiv.
Afghanistan’s Taliban Frees American Prisoner
A U.S. man who had been detained in Afghanistan by the ruling Taliban group for over two years has been released, the U.S. State Department confirmed Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Kills Senior Hamas Leaders
Several senior Hamas officials have been killed in recent airstrikes in the Gaza Strip, Israel’s military and intelligence sources confirm.
Israel Expands Operations in Gaza, Key Hamas Terrorist Eliminated
Israel escalated its military campaign in Gaza on Sunday, targeting Rafah and ordering civilians to evacuate Tel Sultan. This marks the first reoccupation of a major area in Gaza since fighting resumed on March 18, as well as announcing a key Hamas terrorist was eliminated on a targeted airstrike.
Israel’s Supreme Court Issues Injunction Against Dismissal of Security Chief, Netanyahu Responds
Israel's Supreme Court issued a temporary injunction Friday halting the dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, just hours after the cabinet voted to remove him by April 10. Responding to the order, Prime Minister Netanyahu wrote on X: “There will be no civil war! Israel is a state of law, and the government decides who leads the Shin Bet.”
Inside the United States
Trump Showcases Next-Generation Stealth Plane
President Donald Trump unveiled a next-generation stealth fighter that can fly alongside drones.
Hegseth Eliminates $580 Million on Wasteful ‘Woke’ Spending
In an ongoing effort to identify and cut wasteful spending at the U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the latest round of cuts total more than $580 million.
Christian News
Christian Lawyer Tahir Bashir Survives Assassination Attempt In Pakistan
A Christian human rights lawyer who successfully defended several Christians detained for “blasphemy” against Islam says he survived an assassination attempt Sunday in Pakistan’s Punjab province, Worthy News learned.
China Detains Bishop Amid Crackdown On Unregistered Groups
China’s communist authorities have rearrested a Catholic bishop over his refusal to join the state-controlled Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association overseeing churches, Christians told Worthy News Thursday.
Worthy Insights
There’s a ‘vast underground city’ below Egypt’s Giza pyramids, scientists’ wild theory claims — but experts debunk it as ‘fake news’
Researchers claim they’ve discovered the legendary Halls of Amenti in a “vast city” beneath Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza — a wild theory that has perplexed archeological experts who dismiss the claims as “fake news.”
Report: Israel eyeing full-scale, months-long occupation
Israeli political and military leaders are considering plans for a fresh ground campaign in Gaza that could include a military occupation of the entire enclave for months or longer, according to Washington Post reporting. The plans would mark a significant escalation in Israel's 17-month operation.
Report: Egypt willing to temporarily relocate 500,000 Gazans to northern Sinai
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has approved a plan to temporarily relocate up to 500,000 Gaza residents—approximately a quarter of the enclave's population—to a designated city in northern Sinai, Hezbollah-affiliated Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar reported Friday morning.
Istanbul Mayor Jailed; Wife Pledges Revenge
The anti-Hamas mayor of Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city, has been suspended and jailed ahead of a corruption trial despite tens of thousands of protesters demanding his freedom.
Pope Leaves Hospital Ahead Of Meeting King Charles
Pope Francis has appeared in public for the first time in five weeks after an extensive hospitalization and will soon meet British King Charles III, officials said.
Mass Rallies Against Turkey’s Erdogan Closely Watched In Israel (Worthy News In-Depth)
Just days after calling Israel “a terror state that feeds on blood,” Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is facing the biggest protests in a decade following the detention of his anti-Hamas political rival Ekrem Imamoglu.
London’s Heathrow Airport ‘Fully Operational’ After ‘Apocalyptic’ Fire And Power Outage
Heathrow in London is “fully operational” after an “apocalyptic” fire at a nearby electrical substation brought Europe's busiest airport to a standstill on Friday, its leadership says.
U.S. Deploys a Second Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Trump’s Stern Warning to Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered an additional aircraft carrier to the Red Sea next month, in a substantial ramp-up of U.S. military presence in the Middle East. This rare move is intended to strengthen the Navy's presence, coincides with increased airstrikes on Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels, and aligns with President Donald Trump's recent ultimatum to Iran's Supreme Leader concerning its nuclear program.
Britain, US Decline To Sign AI Accord Over ‘Global Governance’ Worries
Britain and the United States have refused to sign an international agreement on artificial intelligence (AI), citing fears that it could lead to “global governance” and the overregulation of new technology.
Indonesia Passes Controversial Military Legislation
Students and rights activists have rallied outside Indonesia’s parliament building, where legislators passed changes to a military law that protesters say will bring the Islamic nation closer to dictatorship.
EU Fails On Pledging Billions To Kyiv As Hungary Vetoes Statement
All European Union countries except Hungary signed a joint statement Thursday backing war-torn Ukraine, but they failed to agree on a 40 billion euro ($43.4 billion) military package for Kyiv.
Afghanistan’s Taliban Frees American Prisoner
A U.S. man who had been detained in Afghanistan by the ruling Taliban group for over two years has been released, the U.S. State Department confirmed Thursday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Kills Senior Hamas Leaders
Several senior Hamas officials have been killed in recent airstrikes in the Gaza Strip, Israel’s military and intelligence sources confirm.
Israel Expands Operations in Gaza, Key Hamas Terrorist Eliminated
Israel escalated its military campaign in Gaza on Sunday, targeting Rafah and ordering civilians to evacuate Tel Sultan. This marks the first reoccupation of a major area in Gaza since fighting resumed on March 18, as well as announcing a key Hamas terrorist was eliminated on a targeted airstrike.
Israel’s Supreme Court Issues Injunction Against Dismissal of Security Chief, Netanyahu Responds
Israel's Supreme Court issued a temporary injunction Friday halting the dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, just hours after the cabinet voted to remove him by April 10. Responding to the order, Prime Minister Netanyahu wrote on X: “There will be no civil war! Israel is a state of law, and the government decides who leads the Shin Bet.”
Inside the United States
Trump Showcases Next-Generation Stealth Plane
President Donald Trump unveiled a next-generation stealth fighter that can fly alongside drones.
Hegseth Eliminates $580 Million on Wasteful ‘Woke’ Spending
In an ongoing effort to identify and cut wasteful spending at the U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the latest round of cuts total more than $580 million.
Christian News
Christian Lawyer Tahir Bashir Survives Assassination Attempt In Pakistan
A Christian human rights lawyer who successfully defended several Christians detained for “blasphemy” against Islam says he survived an assassination attempt Sunday in Pakistan’s Punjab province, Worthy News learned.
China Detains Bishop Amid Crackdown On Unregistered Groups
China’s communist authorities have rearrested a Catholic bishop over his refusal to join the state-controlled Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association overseeing churches, Christians told Worthy News Thursday.
Worthy Insights
There’s a ‘vast underground city’ below Egypt’s Giza pyramids, scientists’ wild theory claims — but experts debunk it as ‘fake news’
Researchers claim they’ve discovered the legendary Halls of Amenti in a “vast city” beneath Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza — a wild theory that has perplexed archeological experts who dismiss the claims as “fake news.”
Report: Israel eyeing full-scale, months-long occupation
Israeli political and military leaders are considering plans for a fresh ground campaign in Gaza that could include a military occupation of the entire enclave for months or longer, according to Washington Post reporting. The plans would mark a significant escalation in Israel's 17-month operation.
Report: Egypt willing to temporarily relocate 500,000 Gazans to northern Sinai
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has approved a plan to temporarily relocate up to 500,000 Gaza residents—approximately a quarter of the enclave's population—to a designated city in northern Sinai, Hezbollah-affiliated Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar reported Friday morning.
Around the World
Ukraine, Russia ‘Just a Breath Away From a Full Ceasefire’
A spokesperson for the State Department expressed optimism that the end of the war in Ukraine could be imminent, saying on Thursday that Ukraine and Russia are "just a breath away from a full ceasefire" after three years of conflict.
Turkey’s Erdogan Labels Israel as a “Terror State” That “Feeds on Blood”
Following the most intense Israeli airstrikes in Gaza since the ceasefire ended, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned Israel's military operations, labeling it “a terror state that feeds on blood.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Protests Across Israel As Netanyahu’s Cabinet Unanimously Fires Security Chief
Thousands of people protested outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office on Thursday night while his cabinet unanimously voted early Friday to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
US and Israel Set for High-Level Iran Talks in Washington Next Week
Senior US and Israeli officials are set to hold high level talks concerning Iran's nuclear program next week in Washingtons.
Inside the United States
Homan: Judges ‘Aren’t Going to Stop Us From Making This Country Safe Again’
Tom Homan, designated border czar by President Donald Trump, said decisions judges trying to stop the immigration enforcement efforts of the administration "aren't going to stop us from making this country safe again."
Trump Dismantles Education Department, Will ‘Fully Preserve’ Programs
In a move that will undoubtedly incite legal challenges, President Donald Trump dismantled the U.S. Department of Education via executive order Thursday, sending education policy back to the state level.
More Than 10,000 US Troops Deployed to Secure Southwest Border
Within less than three months of President Donald Trump being in office, more than 10,000 U.S. military troops have been deployed to support southern border security efforts.
Christian News
Christian Inmates In Pakistan Upset Over Jail Church Closure
There was concern Wednesday about a jail near Pakistan’s capital, where Christian inmates have been “banned from attending church activities” except for a limited two-hour window on Sundays, well-informed sources told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
Supreme Court to Hear Case of Schools Trying to ‘Cut the Parents Out’ on LGBTQ Issues
A significant case involving parental rights and LGBTQ+ education is set to be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court as early as this spring and could have wide-reaching implications for religious beliefs and public education across the country.
Fetterman to JNS: I fully support partnering with Israel to bomb Iran’s nuclear facilities
Over the last several years and particularly since Oct. 7, 2023, Israel has felt isolated diplomatically. Perhaps most painful for the Jewish state has been waning support among American Democrats, once stalwart defenders of Israel.
New Study Challenges Church Decline Narrative, Suggests Possible Growth in 2025
A new study is pushing back against the common belief that the church in the U.S. is in decline, suggesting it may actually be growing again while making clear it remains relevant even among non-Christians. The Barna State of the Church report, created in partnership with Gloo, reveals that weekly church attendance had largely plateaued in the U.S. since 2017 and stood at 28 percent of U.S. adults in 2024 — yet preliminary data from early 2025 “suggests a potential uptick in weekly church attendance” to approximately 32 percent.
Ukraine, Russia ‘Just a Breath Away From a Full Ceasefire’
A spokesperson for the State Department expressed optimism that the end of the war in Ukraine could be imminent, saying on Thursday that Ukraine and Russia are "just a breath away from a full ceasefire" after three years of conflict.
Turkey’s Erdogan Labels Israel as a “Terror State” That “Feeds on Blood”
Following the most intense Israeli airstrikes in Gaza since the ceasefire ended, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned Israel's military operations, labeling it “a terror state that feeds on blood.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Protests Across Israel As Netanyahu’s Cabinet Unanimously Fires Security Chief
Thousands of people protested outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office on Thursday night while his cabinet unanimously voted early Friday to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
US and Israel Set for High-Level Iran Talks in Washington Next Week
Senior US and Israeli officials are set to hold high level talks concerning Iran's nuclear program next week in Washingtons.
Inside the United States
Homan: Judges ‘Aren’t Going to Stop Us From Making This Country Safe Again’
Tom Homan, designated border czar by President Donald Trump, said decisions judges trying to stop the immigration enforcement efforts of the administration "aren't going to stop us from making this country safe again."
Trump Dismantles Education Department, Will ‘Fully Preserve’ Programs
In a move that will undoubtedly incite legal challenges, President Donald Trump dismantled the U.S. Department of Education via executive order Thursday, sending education policy back to the state level.
More Than 10,000 US Troops Deployed to Secure Southwest Border
Within less than three months of President Donald Trump being in office, more than 10,000 U.S. military troops have been deployed to support southern border security efforts.
Christian News
Christian Inmates In Pakistan Upset Over Jail Church Closure
There was concern Wednesday about a jail near Pakistan’s capital, where Christian inmates have been “banned from attending church activities” except for a limited two-hour window on Sundays, well-informed sources told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
Supreme Court to Hear Case of Schools Trying to ‘Cut the Parents Out’ on LGBTQ Issues
A significant case involving parental rights and LGBTQ+ education is set to be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court as early as this spring and could have wide-reaching implications for religious beliefs and public education across the country.
Fetterman to JNS: I fully support partnering with Israel to bomb Iran’s nuclear facilities
Over the last several years and particularly since Oct. 7, 2023, Israel has felt isolated diplomatically. Perhaps most painful for the Jewish state has been waning support among American Democrats, once stalwart defenders of Israel.
New Study Challenges Church Decline Narrative, Suggests Possible Growth in 2025
A new study is pushing back against the common belief that the church in the U.S. is in decline, suggesting it may actually be growing again while making clear it remains relevant even among non-Christians. The Barna State of the Church report, created in partnership with Gloo, reveals that weekly church attendance had largely plateaued in the U.S. since 2017 and stood at 28 percent of U.S. adults in 2024 — yet preliminary data from early 2025 “suggests a potential uptick in weekly church attendance” to approximately 32 percent.
Around the World
Trump Issues Warning as US Attacks Houthi Strongholds in Yemen
US Central Command confirmed ongoing operations against Iran-backed Houthi terrorists, targeting multiple Houthi strongholds locations in Yemen, as Trump warns that the terrorist organization will be "completely annihilated."
Hungarians Protest Against Banning Pride
Protesters clashed with police in Hungary’s capital, Budapest, and several were detained late Tuesday after Hungary’s rightwing government coalition introduced a law that will ban a yearly Pride march in support of the LGBTQ+ community.
Russia Pledges Not To Support Iran’s Attempt To Destroy Israel
Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees with the United States that Iran should not get weapons that could destroy Israel, despite Moscow’s military cooperation with Tehran, the White House suggested Tuesday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches ‘Focused Ground Invasion’ in Central and Southern Gaza
Israel announced Wednesday it has sent troops back into Gaza with a "focused ground operation," in central and southern Gaza over the past 24 hours, aiming to broaden security zones and create a partial buffer between northern and southern Gaza.
Thousands Protest In Tel Aviv Against Netanyahu
Thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, opposing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership, the renewed war in Gaza, and his plans to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
Hamas Says Political Leader Essam al-Dalis Killed In Israel Strikes; Hundreds Dead
Hamas says that Israeli strikes have killed the head of its government in Gaza, where Hamas-controlled authorities claimed Israel’s actions killed more than 400 people.
Inside the United States
White House Doubles Down on Trump’s Call to Impeach Judge
Despite pushback from the nation's top Supreme Court justice, the White House continues to stand by President Donald Trump’s demand that federal judge James Boasberg, who attempted to block recent deportation flights, be impeached.
Pentagon eyes deeper cuts after 21,000 opt to resign
The Pentagon is working toward deeper cuts to its civilian workforce after about 21,000 civilian employees volunteered for a federal Deferred Resignation Program.
Astronauts Back On Earth After 9 Months Stuck In Space
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore spent their first full day on Earth Wednesday after spending nine months stranded in space, a delay President Donald J. Trump blamed on the previous Biden administration.
Christian News
U.S. Committee Demands Sanctions Against Nigeria for Christian Persecution
The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa has urged that Nigeria be reinstated as a country of particular concern and face sanctions due to widespread Christian persecution, following a March 12 hearing. This recommendation comes after the Biden Administration had previously removed Nigeria from the list.
Worthy Insights
What the JFK assassination files have revealed so far – including apparent KGB probe into Lee Harvey Oswald
The long-awaited release of tens of thousands of files on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy Tuesday night sparked a desperate search for new clues in the shocking 62-year-old crime — but much of the trove turned out to confirm information long known.
Trump says administration will ‘take a look’ at church vandalism in Wichita
President Donald Trump said his administration will "take a look" at a recent Catholic Church attack as part of its commitment to "eradicating anti-Christian bias" nationwide.
Study Finds US Coal Ash Contains $8.4B in Rare Earth Elements
A study by a team at the University of Texas at Austin found coal ash contains significant amounts of rare earth elements, critical materials used in technology and energy infrastructure. The U.S. currently imports over 80% of its rare earth supply, with 75% coming from China.
Newly released JFK assassination files reveal KGB’s assessment of Oswald
Fulfilling a campaign promise, President Donald Trump has released thousands of previously classified government files on the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Trump Issues Warning as US Attacks Houthi Strongholds in Yemen
US Central Command confirmed ongoing operations against Iran-backed Houthi terrorists, targeting multiple Houthi strongholds locations in Yemen, as Trump warns that the terrorist organization will be "completely annihilated."
Hungarians Protest Against Banning Pride
Protesters clashed with police in Hungary’s capital, Budapest, and several were detained late Tuesday after Hungary’s rightwing government coalition introduced a law that will ban a yearly Pride march in support of the LGBTQ+ community.
Russia Pledges Not To Support Iran’s Attempt To Destroy Israel
Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees with the United States that Iran should not get weapons that could destroy Israel, despite Moscow’s military cooperation with Tehran, the White House suggested Tuesday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches ‘Focused Ground Invasion’ in Central and Southern Gaza
Israel announced Wednesday it has sent troops back into Gaza with a "focused ground operation," in central and southern Gaza over the past 24 hours, aiming to broaden security zones and create a partial buffer between northern and southern Gaza.
Thousands Protest In Tel Aviv Against Netanyahu
Thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, opposing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership, the renewed war in Gaza, and his plans to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
Hamas Says Political Leader Essam al-Dalis Killed In Israel Strikes; Hundreds Dead
Hamas says that Israeli strikes have killed the head of its government in Gaza, where Hamas-controlled authorities claimed Israel’s actions killed more than 400 people.
Inside the United States
White House Doubles Down on Trump’s Call to Impeach Judge
Despite pushback from the nation's top Supreme Court justice, the White House continues to stand by President Donald Trump’s demand that federal judge James Boasberg, who attempted to block recent deportation flights, be impeached.
Pentagon eyes deeper cuts after 21,000 opt to resign
The Pentagon is working toward deeper cuts to its civilian workforce after about 21,000 civilian employees volunteered for a federal Deferred Resignation Program.
Astronauts Back On Earth After 9 Months Stuck In Space
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore spent their first full day on Earth Wednesday after spending nine months stranded in space, a delay President Donald J. Trump blamed on the previous Biden administration.
Christian News
U.S. Committee Demands Sanctions Against Nigeria for Christian Persecution
The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa has urged that Nigeria be reinstated as a country of particular concern and face sanctions due to widespread Christian persecution, following a March 12 hearing. This recommendation comes after the Biden Administration had previously removed Nigeria from the list.
Worthy Insights
What the JFK assassination files have revealed so far – including apparent KGB probe into Lee Harvey Oswald
The long-awaited release of tens of thousands of files on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy Tuesday night sparked a desperate search for new clues in the shocking 62-year-old crime — but much of the trove turned out to confirm information long known.
Trump says administration will ‘take a look’ at church vandalism in Wichita
President Donald Trump said his administration will "take a look" at a recent Catholic Church attack as part of its commitment to "eradicating anti-Christian bias" nationwide.
Study Finds US Coal Ash Contains $8.4B in Rare Earth Elements
A study by a team at the University of Texas at Austin found coal ash contains significant amounts of rare earth elements, critical materials used in technology and energy infrastructure. The U.S. currently imports over 80% of its rare earth supply, with 75% coming from China.
Newly released JFK assassination files reveal KGB’s assessment of Oswald
Fulfilling a campaign promise, President Donald Trump has released thousands of previously classified government files on the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy.